Electric Resilience Fall & Spring Co-op

CenterPoint Energy, Inc.; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 22 000 - 33 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits from day one

Transit subsidies

Flexible schedule

Paid holidays and PTO

On-site wellness center

Resumo da oferta

CenterPoint Energy is seeking a Substation Construction Intern/Co-op in Houston to gain hands-on experience supporting the planning and execution of electric substation capital projects. You will work with construction professionals and learn project coordination, field construction, safety, scheduling, and closeout.

The role offers training, flexible scheduling, and exposure to cross-functional teams within a major utility.

Qualificações

• No professional experience required for internship readiness.
• Must possess a valid/current driver's license.
• Sophomore, junior or senior standing pursuing relevant degree.

Responsabilidades

• Support Project Coordinators and Supervisors with substation construction projects.
• Assist with tracking project schedules, milestones, materials, and construction activities.
• Maintain project documentation, reports, drawings, and construction records.
• Participate in project meetings, field visits, and construction progress reviews.
• Coordinate with Construction, Engineering, Operations, contractors, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.

Conhecimentos

No experience required

Valid driver's license

Formação académica

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Engineering Technology

Sophomore/Junior/Senior standing

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Descrição da oferta de emprego

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision:

Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment:

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Substation Construction Intern/Co-op will gain hands‑on experience supporting the planning and execution of electric substation capital projects. The position will work alongside construction professionals and gain exposure to project coordination, field construction, safety, quality, scheduling, and project closeout.

Essential Functions

• Support Project Coordinators and Supervisors with substation construction projects.
• Assist with tracking project schedules, milestones, materials, and construction activities.
• Maintain project documentation, reports, drawings, and construction records.
• Participate in project meetings, field visits, and construction progress reviews.
• Coordinate with Construction, Engineering, Operations, contractors, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.

Education Description

• Currently enrolled as a full‑time student pursuing a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA

Experience

• No experience required
• Must have a valid/current driver's license

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on‑site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar‑for‑dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type:

Intern

Posting Start Date:

10/07/2026

Posting End Date:

10/12/2026

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.