Electrical Project Engineer Intern
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$22 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Phoenix, AZ Phoenix, Arizona open_in_new |
About this job
Job Description
As an Electrical Project Engineering Intern, you'll work directly with an Electrical Project Manager and gain hands-on experience supporting active industrial electrical construction projects. Throughout the summer, you'll be assigned an electrical work package and learn how a project moves from planning and procurement through execution and closeout.
This internship provides real-world exposure to project management, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, quality control, and construction coordination while working alongside experienced industry professionals.
- Work directly with an Electrical Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction projects.
- Assist with developing and managing electrical work packages from planning through project closeout.
- Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work to gain an understanding of project requirements.
- Perform material takeoffs and assist with procurement, vendor coordination, and material tracking.
- Support the preparation and tracking of submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), purchase orders, and project documentation.
- Assist with tracking project budgets, labor hours, production quantities, schedules, and change orders.
- Participate in project meetings and collaborate with project managers, superintendents, foremen, suppliers, and clients.
- Support quality control, testing, commissioning, and project closeout activities, including as-built and turnover documentation.
- Visit active project sites periodically to observe construction progress and connect project planning activities to project execution.
- Develop a foundational understanding of industrial electrical construction, project management, and leadership within the construction industry.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student.
- Strong interest in construction project management and industrial electrical construction.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.