Electrical Project Engineer Intern

CEC FACILITIES LLC • Irving, TX

7d • 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. In the first summer, the intern works with the Special Projects Division and gains exposure to 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 will also rotate through Financial Operations and Financial Planning & Analysis, and Accounting or Estimating, to gain broader business knowledge. The intern may provide additional support as business needs arise and perform other duties to support projects, operations, and the department.

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.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Able to work 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week, with overtime as required and night shifts as needed.
• Must be on call to address job-site delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues.
• Able to work professionally and courteously in the presence of customers and their representatives with little or no interference or disruption.
• Able to traverse and inspect job-site areas in varied weather, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, standing, or stretching.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to move about on foot regularly and sit for extended periods, including working at a computer.
• Able to communicate in writing, orally, and by telephone; normal or corrected vision and hearing are required, including specified visual capabilities for the role.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment, including 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 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 for strategic decision-making.
• Participate in job-site visits, with a minimum of one to two 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 and perform other duties as needed to support projects, operations, and the department.
• Participate in future program rotations through Financial Operations and Financial Planning & Analysis, and Accounting or Estimating.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern