Summer Intern - Summer 2027

About the role

The Cherry City Electric Summer Internship Program is a hands-on training program designed to provide valuable real-world experience in the electrical and data-communications industry. Interns will be paired with experienced mentors and gain practical experience while supporting active projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with day-to-day project coordination and administration
• Support basic change order estimating and quantity takeoffs of electrical materials and equipment
• Aid with material takeoffs for items like light fixtures, wiring devices, and other electrical components
• Manage document control, including organizing plans, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and other construction documents
• Prepare basic material submittals and track their review, approval, and distribution
• Maintain project tracking logs and update information as needed
• Support material tracking, purchasing coordination, and expediting
• Collaborate with project vendors and subcontractors as needed
• Aid with purchase order directives and subcontract work orders
• Support field labor reporting and timekeeping documentation
• Track Field Work Orders and Time & Material change order documentation
• Handle inspection requests, punch lists, and project closeout activities
• Engage in construction safety initiatives, documentation, and recordkeeping
• Attend project meetings, site visits, and other learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field, with an interest in pursuing a career in the construction or engineering industry
• Interest in learning about electrical construction, project management, estimating, preconstruction, or safety
• Honest and accountable, with the ability to use discretion when handling sensitive information
• Effective team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Driven, dependable, and willing to learn
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong customer service focus
• Comfortable working in both office and project environments
• Enjoys working in a collaborative, family company environment

Benefits

Summer 2027 internships are paid, full-time opportunities and typically run for 8 to 10 weeks during the summer. Part-time internship opportunities may also be available throughout the year.

Pay

Interns will be compensated based on the hourly wage determined by the company.

Schedule

Internships typically run from June to August, but exact start and end dates may vary based on project availability.