2027 Project Engineering Summer Internship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Industry exposure

Professional development

Networking events

Job summary

A-C Electric Company offers a 10-week Project Engineering Internship in Bakersfield/Fresno, CA. You will work with project engineers and field teams to move electrical construction projects from design through field execution, gaining hands-on experience in planning, coordination, and documentation.

Join a hands-on program focused on engineering, construction, and leadership. Relocation to Bakersfield or Fresno is required for the full 10-week duration, with mentorship from senior estimators and

Qualifications

• Full-time availability for 10 weeks in Summer 2027.
• Enrolled student with expected graduation on or before August 2029.

Responsibilities

• Work with mentor and project team to understand lifecycle of an electrical construction project.
• Read and interpret drawings, specs, contracts, and scope documents.
• Assist with project documentation, tracking, coordination and communication.
• Participate in project meetings with managers, engineers, designers and field teams.
• Visit active jobsites to understand how planning impacts field execution.

Skills

Project teamwork

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Lean principles

Education

Enrollment in college/university

Graduation by Aug 2029

Job description

2027 Project Engineering Summer Internship

Description

Mission

The A-C Electric Company Internship Experience Program offers a hands-on, immersive learning opportunity for students interested in engineering, construction, technology, and project execution.

Over the course of this 10-week program, you will gain real-world exposure to how complex electrical construction projects move from design and planning through coordination and field execution. Depending on your internship placement, interests, and business needs, your experience may have a stronger focus in Project Management or Design.

As a Project Engineering Intern, you will work alongside experienced project engineers, project managers, designers, and field teams while contributing to active projects. You’ll gain an understanding of how technical knowledge, collaboration, and strong project management come together to successfully build multimillion-dollar electrical projects.

About You:

• We are looking for humble and hungry, agile students who have a drive for results, a desire to learn, and who can quickly build relationships.
• We are looking for students who are passionate about engineering and the construction industry.

Desired Majors:

Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related engineering and construction-focused degree programs.

Throughout your 10-week internship, you will:

• Work alongside a mentor and project team to understand the lifecycle of an electrical construction project.
• Read and interpret project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scope documents.
• Learn how engineering and design information is translated into constructible work in the field.
• Assist with project documentation, tracking, coordination, and communication.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, field leadership, and other project partners.
• Gain exposure to the tools and technology used to plan, design, coordinate, and manage electrical construction projects.
• Visit active jobsites to better understand how planning and design decisions impact field execution.
• Help identify project challenges, gather information, and contribute to solutions.
• Participate in Book Club assignments to strengthen communication and leadership skills.
• Contribute to a LEAN project focused on solving a problem or improving a process, culminating in a formal presentation to company leaders.
• Participate in networking opportunities, team-building events, and other experiences designed to expose you to different areas of A-C Electric Company.

Depending on Your Placement, Your Experience May Include:

Project Management & Operations:

• Support project engineers and project managers with RFIs, submittals, procurement tracking, schedules, change management, and project documentation.
• Learn how project teams manage scope, schedule, cost, quality, and communication throughout construction.
• Work with field leadership to understand project progress, constraints, and upcoming needs.
• Gain exposure to coordination with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.

Design:

• Work alongside engineering and design professionals to understand how electrical systems are developed and documented.
• Assist with reviewing drawings, layouts, specifications, and other technical project information.
• Learn how design decisions impact constructability, cost, schedule, and field installation.
• Gain exposure to design-build and design-assist environments and the collaboration required between engineering, operations, and field teams.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skill/Experience):

• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) for 10 weeks during Summer 2027
• Enrolled student attending a college or university with an expected graduation on or before August 2029

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• We’re looking for students who have shown solid academic performance — at least a 3.0 GPA in upper-division courses for your major, or a 2.75 GPA overall.
• Exceptional organizational and collaboration skills as demonstrated through leadership positions on teams and/or in student or civic organizations.
• Strong technical experiences as demonstrated through technical projects, research, or engineering internships.
• Exceptional communication skills, interest, and enthusiasm related to electrical engineering and/or construction.

Relocation:

• Must be able to relocate to Bakersfield, CA or Fresno, CA for the entirety of the internship.
• Practical Experience: Apply classroom knowledge to real electrical construction projects
• Mentorship: Direct guidance from senior estimators and project managers
• Industry Exposure: Learn best practices in electrical construction estimating and project planning
• Professional Development: Training in software tools, cost analysis, and proposal preparation
• Networking: Build connections with leaders, engineers, and industry peers
• Social Events: Participate in team outings, company gatherings, and community activities

Pay range: Pay Range: $19.00/hr. - $24.00/hr. Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered.

*A-C Electric Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer; women, veterans, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

A-C Electric Company is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, M/F/D/V employer.