2027 Information Technology Internship

A-C Electric Company; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The A-C Electric Company Internship Experience Program gives students a hands-on opportunity to learn how information technology supports a project-driven construction business.

During this 10-week internship, you’ll work alongside our Information Technology (IT) team while gaining practical experience with user support, hardware and software troubleshooting, network administration, cybersecurity, and systems management.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment at a college or university with expected graduation date on or before August 2029.
• A GPA of at least 3.0 in upper-division coursework for your major or 2.75 overall.
• Availability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, for the entire 10-week Summer 2027 internship.
• Ability to relocate to Bakersfield, CA for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical support by helping office and field employees troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and connectivity issues.
• Supporting user and device setup by assisting with device configuration, software installation, account management, and other activities.
• Assisting with network and systems administration by monitoring network performance and supporting access controls.
• Supporting IT security and asset management by helping maintain equipment and software-license records and updates.
• Improving technology tools and processes by evaluating and testing software solutions and documenting IT processes.

Skills

Technical support

Device setup

Network basics

Cybersecurity basics

Team collaboration

Education

Enrollment in college/university

GPA 3.0+ or 2.75 overall

Job description

Bakersfield, United States | Posted on 09/22/2026

The A-C Electric Company InternshipExperience Program gives students a hands-on opportunity to learn howinformation technology supports a project-driven constructionbusiness. During this 10-week internship, you’ll work alongside ourInformation Technology (IT) team while gaining practical experiencewith user support, hardware and software troubleshooting, networkadministration, cybersecurity, and systems management. You’ll helpsolve real technology issues for office and field employees whilelearning how reliable systems, responsive support, and effectivetechnology contribute to day-to-day operations across the Company.

What You’ll Do

As an Information Technology Intern, your keyresponsibilities will be:

• Providing technical support by helping office and fieldemployees troubleshoot hardware, software, network, andconnectivity issues.
  
• Supporting user and device setup by assisting with deviceconfiguration, software installation, account management, andother activities that help employees access the technology they need.
  
• Assisting with network and systems administration bymonitoring network performance, helping resolve connectivityissues, supporting access controls, and assisting with system maintenance.
  
• Supporting IT security and asset management by helpingmaintain accurate equipment and software-license records andassisting with system updates, security patches, and employeeeducation on safe computing practices.
  
• Improving technology tools and processes by helpingevaluate and test software solutions, supportingimplementation activities, and documenting IT processes andbest practices.
  

During the 10-week program, you’ll also haveopportunities to:

• Complete a continuous-improvement project and present yourfindings to senior leadership at the end of the internship.
  
• Participate in Book Club assignments designed to strengthenleadership and communication skills.
  
• Learn from experienced professionals through mentorship andday-to-day collaboration with IT professionals and systems administrators.
  
• Build your professional network by supporting employees andworking with teams across different areas of the Company.
  
• Explore technology career paths while developing practicalexperience with IT support, systems administration, networkadministration, cybersecurity, and business technology.
  

What You Bring

• Current enrollment at a college or university with anexpected graduation date on or before August 2029.
  
• A GPA of at least 3.0 in upper-division coursework for yourmajor or 2.75 overall.
  
• Availability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, for theentire 10-week Summer 2027 internship.
  
• Ability to relocate to Bakersfield, CA, for the duration ofthe internship.
  

What Will Help You Stand Out

• Coursework in Information Technology, Computer Science,Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  
• Relevant technical experience demonstrated throughtechnology projects, research, internships, coursework, or otherapplied learning opportunities.
  
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills demonstratedthrough leadership positions, team activities, or student or civic organizations.
  
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, enthusiasmfor learning, and an interest in using technology to supportemployees and business operations.
  

Pay Range: $19.00–$24.00 per hour*

*This range represents the pay A-C Electric Company reasonablyexpects to offer for this position. Actual pay may vary based onjob-related factors, including relevant experience, skills,education, certifications, and work location.

Location: Bakersfield, CA

Work Arrangement: On-site

Employment Type: Seasonal

The general work environment involves sittingfor extended periods, standing, walking, typing, and occasionallifting of up to 50 lbs. Work is conducted primarily indoors, andnoise levels are typically low to medium.

For over 80 years, we’vebuilt a reputation for delivering some of the industry’s mostchallenging electrical construction projects through technicalexpertise, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to safety and quality.

A-C Electric Company is committed to the purpose of equalemployment opportunity and makes employment decisions based onmerit. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination by anyemployee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers, basedon race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age 40 orolder, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disabilityunrelated to general ability, medical condition, sexual orientation,veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal,state, or local laws. This policy shall apply to all employmentactions, including hiring, upgrading, demotion, or transfer;recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; ratesof pay or other compensation; and selection for training, includingapprenticeship, pre-apprenticeship, and/or on-the-job training.

Employment may be contingent upon completion of job-related,legally permitted pre-employment requirements. Any requiredscreening will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

A-C Electric Company provides reasonable accommodation to enablequalified individuals to participate in the application and hiringprocess and to perform the essential functions of their positions,as required by applicable law. If you need accommodation during theapplication or hiring process, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or [phone].