Electrical Construction Coordinator Intern (Summer 2027)

DLB Associates; Buffalo (NY); Remote; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

DLB Associates is seeking a Construction Coordinator Intern (Electrical) for Summer 2027 to support a data-center focused construction program across the United States. The role offers Monday–Friday work, on-site at project locations, with travel and lodging covered as needed.

You will gain hands-on experience in project planning, field coordination, scheduling, and quality assurance under senior mentorship.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundamental construction and project management principles, including scheduling, budgeting, coordination practices, and the materials, methods, and tools used in commercial or mission-critical facilities.
• Ability to learn commissioning processes for electrical, mechanical, and controls systems in mission-critical environments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to learn construction management software such as Procore.
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management.
• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with onsite and remote team members.
• Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist project teams with contract administration and coordination meetings.
• Support document tracking, including submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Help monitor project schedules and budgets using company tools and templates.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations summarizing project progress and key metrics.
• Support field teams in verifying installations meet design and quality expectations.
• Help document construction activities through photos, logs, and progress summaries.
• Assist in collecting and organizing closeout documentation.
• Learn about risk management, safety, and quality assurance practices on active job sites.
• Prepare visual materials and reports for internal and client-facing updates.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on project improvements.
• Maintain professional communication and collaboration with team members and contractors.
• Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance.
• Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Learning mindset

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related discipline

Tools

Procore

Job description

DLB Associates is seeking a Construction Coordinator Intern (Electrical) for Summer 2027 to support a data-center focused construction program across the United States. The role offers Monday–Friday work, on-site at project locations, with travel and lodging covered as needed.

You will gain hands-on experience in project planning, field coordination, scheduling, and quality assurance under senior mentorship.