Preconstruction Internship - Summer 2027

Royal Electric; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Electric is seeking an intern for our Sacramento Office to join the Preconstruction Management team for Summer 2027. This role offers hands-on learning across estimating, scheduling, takeoffs, and vendor coordination while contributing to real projects.

Current students pursuing degrees in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Construction Management, or related fields will gain practical experience with MS Office tools, team collaboration, and field exposure; travel to job sites is possible.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Office, Project).
• Clear verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing RFPs for key content
• Contributing to development of project schedule
• Conducting takeoffs
• Assisting with outreach to vendors and subcontractors via emails and phone calls
• Participate in department meetings to collaborate on projects
• Photographing and documenting job site conditions
• Able to travel to job sites as needed
• Research subcontractors, vendors, etc.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Marketing or related field

Job description

At Royal Electric Company we provide expert electrical design, construction, and service with builders, contractors and facility owners who value relationships, trust, expertise, and a commitment to each other towards achieving exceptional results. We are able to sustain this through our linking values of expertise, collaboration, integrity, passion, and loyalty . These values support our core purpose; to build great relationships, one project at a time! We are currently accepting applications for Interns for our Sacramento Office location. This opportunity will be starting Summer 2027 , working with our Preconstruction Management team. There are several areas of the business the Intern will be exposed to at Royal; being provided with opportunities for hands on learning and invaluable experience that will serve them well in their careers.

Success in the position can be achieved through the following duties & responsibilities:

• Reviewing RFPs (Request for Proposal) for key content
• Contributing to development of project schedule
• Conducting takeoffs
• Assisting with outreach to vendors and subcontractors via emails and phone calls
• Participate in department meetings to collaborate on projects
• Photographing and documenting job site conditions
• Able to travel to job sites as needed
• Research subcontractors, vendors, etc.

Current student pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Marketing or related field.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Office, Project).

Clear verbal and written communication abilities.

Ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and work well in a team.

Safety & Physical Requirements

• Must wear proper PPE while on jobsites.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Sit, stand, and walk during the duration of the workday.
• Will lift, carry, push, pull, kneel, crouch, and reach.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Internships will look different based on a candidate's direction, goals, and schooling. Each role description is subject to change and may include other duties as they are assigned.

Salary Range: $22-$27

Royal is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Individuals seeking employment at Royal are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We utilize E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security.

E-Verify Link: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Royal Electric is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

We promote a drug free workplace.