Construction Coordinator Intern (Electrical) - Summer 2027
About The Position
The Construction Coordinator Intern (Electrical) supports the contractor and/or owner's representative throughout all phases of a mission-critical construction project. Working with experienced construction professionals, the intern gains hands-on exposure to project planning, field coordination, quality assurance, scheduling, safety, and project delivery, helping projects meet safety, schedule, budget, and quality objectives. The intern assists with progress tracking, project documentation, and coordination with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients from pre-construction planning through turnover and closeout. This structured learning opportunity includes mentorship and guidance while the intern develops construction-industry technical and professional skills and learns DLB Associates' processes, standards, and best practices. The role requires professional communication and collaboration in support of the company's commitments to safety, quality, integrity, and client service. The assignment is on-site at a data center project near Buffalo, New York, Monday through Friday, generally 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Business travel, lodging, and project-related living expenses are covered. Interns may travel home every other weekend, subject to project schedules and manager approval.
Requirements
- Be pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline.
- Have one year of hands-on installation, testing, validation, or troubleshooting experience involving mechanical, controls, and/or electrical infrastructure.
- Have beginner-level knowledge of construction and project management principles, including scheduling, budgeting, coordination practices, and materials, methods, and tools used in commercial or mission-critical facilities.
- Be able to learn commissioning processes for electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in mission-critical environments.
- Communicate clearly and concisely with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Be able to learn construction management software such as Procore.
- Complete assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Use Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams) and maintain organized files.
- Be able to use AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, improve operational processes, and contribute to innovation.
- Follow company and site safety requirements.
- Analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
- Work as a team member and independently with moderate supervision.
- Work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
- Work independently and collaboratively with on-site and remote team members.
- Analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
- Have a valid driver's license.
- Be able to achieve NFPA 70E and/or OSHA training as required and strictly adhere to HSE/LOTO policies.
- Meet the stated physical demands, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
- For associated domestic air travel, have a valid REAL ID or acceptable alternative, such as a passport.
Responsibilities
- Assist project teams with contract administration and coordination meetings.
- Support tracking of submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
- Help monitor project schedules and budgets using company tools and templates.
- Assist in preparing reports and presentations summarizing project progress and key metrics.
- Support field teams in verifying that installations meet design and quality expectations.
- Document construction activities through photos, logs, and progress summaries.
- Assist in collecting and organizing closeout documentation.
- Learn and support risk management, safety, and quality assurance practices on active job sites.
- Prepare visual materials and reports for internal and client-facing updates.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions about project improvements.
- Communicate and collaborate professionally with team members and contractors.
- Use AI-enabled and digital tools to improve efficiency, reduce manual work, and support consistent, high-quality output.
- Identify process-improvement opportunities and learn new technologies, skills, and methods.
- Adapt to emerging technologies and digital workflows and support adoption of innovative tools.
- Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Travel to and work on-site at the assigned data center project near Buffalo, New York, Monday through Friday.
Benefits
- Approved business travel, lodging, and project-related living expenses are covered for the duration of the assignment.
- Interns may travel home every other weekend, subject to project schedules and manager approval.
- A corporate American Express card is provided to cover approved project-related travel expenses, including airfare, lodging, and meals.
