Electrical Project Engineer - Intern Summer 2027

CEC FACILITIES LLC•Irving, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Project Engineer Intern participates in a structured, multi-summer rotational internship program intended to develop future finance and operations leaders. During the first summer, the intern works with the Special Projects Division and gains experience in project budgeting, profitability analysis, earned value management, and strategic initiatives. The role combines office-based analytical work with job site visits to learn about project operations and the relationship between financial decisions and project execution. Future rotations include Financial Operations and Financial Planning & Analysis (FinOps/FP&A), and Accounting or Estimating. Participants have opportunities to build relationships with senior leadership and learn about the electrical construction industry from financial and operational perspectives.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.
Basic understanding of financial principles and business operations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new environments and challenges.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Initiative and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Interest in the construction industry and project-based business models.
Ability to follow safety protocols and wear required PPE in field environments.
Willingness to participate in site visits and safely navigate industrial or construction settings.
Ability to work 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week, with overtime and night shifts as needed.
Ability to be on call to address jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.
Ability to work professionally and courteously in the presence of customers and their representatives while causing little or no interference or disruption.
Ability to traverse and inspect all areas of a jobsite in varied weather and terrain, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, standing, and stretching.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to move about on foot regularly and sit for extended periods, including working at a computer.
Ability to talk and hear, and to communicate in writing, orally, and by telephone.
Normal or corrected vision and hearing; required vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision to discern color-coded wires, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to wear PPE such as a hard hat, safety glasses, and safety vest as needed.

Nice To Haves

Preference for candidates committed to a multi-summer internship program.
Familiarity with financial software and tools, such as ERP systems.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing, tracking, and analyzing project budgets for Special Projects initiatives.
Support profitability analysis and reporting for ongoing projects and programs.
Learn and apply Earned Value Management (EVM) principles to track project performance metrics.
Collaborate with project managers and finance teams to collect data and prepare analytical reports.
Help develop financial models and forecasts for strategic decision-making.
Participate in at least 1–2 job site visits during the summer to learn about field operations.
Navigate the IMS facility safely and participate in site tours as required.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during site visits and field activities.
Participate in special projects and ad-hoc analyses as business needs arise.
Maintain and update project tracking databases and financial spreadsheets.
Research industry best practices related to project controls and financial management.
Prepare presentations and reports for leadership review.
Provide general day-to-day support to the Special Projects team and perform other duties as needed to support projects, operations, and the department.
Rotate through Financial Operations and Financial Planning & Analysis (FinOps/FP&A), and Accounting or Estimating, following the initial summer in Special Projects.