Engineering Projects Intern - Field Construction

Constellation; Middletown (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation is seeking highly motivated engineering students for a 2027 Technical Services Projects Internship at our Middletown, CA location. The 10-week, paid program runs June 7 through August 13, 2027, with projects designed to give real-world, hands-on experience under supervision and mentorship.

Interns will manage schedules, budgets, and quality for capital construction; oversee from bidding to closeout; collaborate with the Engineering Project Manager; review LOTO activities and safety

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering at an accredited college or university.
• Senior standing, preferred.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States now and in the future for any company.
• Willingness to work outdoors, in field locations, in a hands-on environment.
• Willingness to adhere to plant safety standards, procedures and practices.
• Good comprehension of basic engineering practices.
• Good problem solving and analytical ability.
• Strong computer skills especially in the use of spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organization skills and attention to details are essential.
• Must be flexible and able to work harmoniously with others in a dynamic environment.
• Must be able to self-start and manage multiple simultaneous tasks and priorities.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, construction specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.1, building codes, and county use permit requirements.
• Experience overseeing contractors and construction projects.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedules, budgets, and quality standards for capital construction projects at The Geysers.
• Oversee projects from competitive bidding through construction, startup, and closeout.
• Collaborate closely with the Engineering Project Manager to ensure achievement of defined project milestones.
• Review Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities and understand how to mitigate safety hazards.
• Attend meetings with Calpine stakeholders, contractors, vendors, engineers, inspectors, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and successful project execution.
• Review and understand application of codes and regulations, including ASME B31.1, Calpine Geysers Construction Specifications, Sonoma and Lake County Use Permits, and CEC/CPUC jurisdictional requirements.
• Collaborate to resolve complex construction and field issues while maintaining scope, budget, and schedule control.
• Support day‑to‑day operations and safety oversight for multiple construction crews across various Geysers sites.
• Manage inventory and chain‑of‑custody documentation for owner‑supplied materials.
• Provide comprehensive construction administration support, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, safety orientations, site access coordination, punch lists, and as‑built documentation.
• Support monthly forecasting and accruals in coordination with Engineering and Business Management teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical ability

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to details

Self-start and multitask

Reading engineering drawings

Codes and standards knowledge

Contractor oversight experience

Education

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

MS Word

Job description

Constellation is seeking highly motivated engineering students for a 2027 Technical Services Projects Internship at our Middletown, CA location. The 10-week, paid program runs June 7 through August 13, 2027, with projects designed to give real-world, hands-on experience under supervision and mentorship.

Interns will manage schedules, budgets, and quality for capital construction; oversee from bidding to closeout; collaborate with the Engineering Project Manager; review LOTO activities and safety