Electrical Project Engineer Intern

CEC FACILITIES LLC•El Paso, TX

About The Position

The CEC Electrical Project Engineer Intern participates in a structured, multi-summer internship program intended to develop future finance and operations leaders. The first summer is spent with the Special Projects Division, where the intern gains hands-on experience with project budgeting, profitability analysis, earned value management, and strategic initiatives. The role combines office-based analytical work with field exposure, including job site visits to learn about project operations and how financial decisions affect project execution. Participants build relationships with senior leadership and learn about the electrical construction industry from financial and operational perspectives. Future rotations include Financial Operations and Financial Planning & Analysis (FinOps/FP&A), followed by Accounting or Estimating. The position may involve work inside or outside, travel, construction-site hazards, and overtime or night shifts as needed. The intern must be available to work eight hours per day, 40 hours per week, and be on call for jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
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, wear required PPE, participate in site visits, and navigate industrial or construction settings safely.
Ability to work eight hours a day, 40 hours per week, and overtime as required, including night shifts as needed.
Availability to be on call for jobsite delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.
Ability to communicate orally, in writing, and by telephone; talk and hear; and possess normal or corrected vision and hearing.
Ability to traverse and inspect jobsites in all types of weather, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, standing, or stretching.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, move about on foot regularly, and sit for extended periods, including at a computer.
Ability to work in the presence of customers and their representatives with little or no disruption while maintaining a professional and courteous image.

Nice To Haves

Commitment 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 gather data and prepare analytical reports.
Help develop financial models and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.
Participate in at least one or two job site visits during the summer to learn about field operations and project execution.
Navigate the IMS facility safely and participate in site tours as required.
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment 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 day-to-day support to the Special Projects team.
Perform other duties as needed to support projects, operations, and the department.