College Craft Internship (Indianapolis, Summer 2027)

Gaylor Electric • Indianapolis, IN

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

The 2027 Gaylor Electric Summer Internship Program is designed for college students seeking meaningful career growth. This program offers access to industry-leading technical skill development and world-class professionalism training. Over the past three years, the program has welcomed students from over 70 high school and collegiate institutions. With over 200 students participating in the summer program, interns are placed across the country at national Gaylor Electric locations and job sites. Throughout the summer, students will have access to resume development, interview preparation, discussions on business best practices, and professional headshots. The experience culminates with an academic capstone presentation or craft skills assessment. Gaylor Electric's internship programming combines construction career exploration, technical skill honing, and robust professionalism. Positions are available in Field, Manufacturing, Project Management, Engineering, BIM/VDC, Safety, and Corporate roles such as Accounting, Human Resources, Education, Information Technology, and Marketing. Interns will develop skills related to their academic field of study, intensely curate their professional resumes, improve interview habits, networking skills, and professionalism approaches. They become valued members of the Gaylor Electric culture and learn what it means to hold a high-value, high-opportunity position in the trades. This is an 8-to-11 week paid opportunity to expand knowledge outside the classroom, apply academic concepts, and gain hands-on real-world experience. The program enables interns to develop their potential, make key contacts for future networking, determine interest levels in career fields, receive feedback from professionals, and further their education and resume.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree that aligns with Gaylor Electric's needs: Construction Management, Engineering (Architectural Engineering, Electrical, Civil and Construction), Occupational Health & Safety, Business, Finance, Marketing, Accounting or any other related college or work-related experience.
• Excited to visit and travel to new locations and projects.

Nice To Haves

• Purpose, Resolve, Determination
• Positive impact and influence on others
• Grit – the ability to stick to it and get the job done
• Consistency and a strong work ethic
• Holds oneself accountable
• Customer focused
• Team spirit and collaboration
• Detail oriented and organized
• Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Develop skills in positions related to their academic field of study.
• Intense curation of professional resumes.
• Improve interview habits.
• Develop networking skills.
• Enhance professionalism approaches.
• Participate in an academic capstone presentation or craft skills assessment.

Benefits

• On-the-job experience and training in your specific role
• Opportunity to work with some of the brightest and most talented people in the industry
• Paid internship
• Potential full-time employment opportunities in any of our locations

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed