Project Management Intern

Lighthouse Electric Co., Inc.; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Lighthouse Electric Co., Inc. offers a Project Management internship designed to provide hands-on experience across multiple departments in Canonsburg. You will work with mentors to develop essential skills and gain exposure to construction management in a commercial setting.

Anticipated start is May 17th, 2027. The program runs 8–12 weeks, Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–3:00 pm, at the Canonsburg Office and various job sites (local travel during business hours).

Qualifications

• Be enrolled in a four-year institution, two-year technical school, or possess a High School diploma/GED.
• Major or interest in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field or equivalent training/experience.
• Demonstrate a proactive, open-minded approach, strong eagerness to learn, contribute ideas, and collaborate within a team.

Responsibilities

• Engage in real projects across multiple company departments.
• Gain hands-on experience in project management processes.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and contribute ideas.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Team collaboration

Eager to learn

Open-minded

Education

Four-year college enrollment

Technical school eligibility

High School diploma/GED

Job description

About Lighthouse Electric At Lighthouse Electric, we power more than buildings — we power opportunity. For decades, we’ve built a reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction solutions on complex commercial and industrial projects. Our success is driven by craftsmanship, accountability, and a commitment to doing things the right way — safely, efficiently, and with integrity. We believe great companies are built by great people. That’s why we invest in our team, encourage continuous improvement, and create an environment where professionals can grow, lead, and make a measurable impact. Here, you’re not just another employee — you’re part of a crew that takes pride in powering what’s next.

Why Us

• Stability + Growth – Established company with a strong backlog of major projects
• Impactful Work – Be part of high-profile, large-scale electrical builds
• Empowered Professionals – We trust our experts to lead and innovate
• Team-First Culture – Collaboration, respect, and accountability drive our success
• Strong Benefits Investment – Company-paid health coverage + 401(k) match
• Career Development – We promote from within and value long-term growth

If you want your work to matter — and your expertise to be valued — Lighthouse Electric is where you belong.

Job Description

Lighthouse Electric extends hands-on work experience opportunities to college students and post-high-school individuals through our internship program. Interns will actively engage in real projects within various departments of the company, gaining valuable skills and knowledge. Our Project Management internship goes beyond a traditional summer job; it is a professional and educational experience designed to equip interns with the expertise needed for a successful postgraduate career. We highly value the internship experience when considering candidates for future roles within our company, aiming to cultivate the next generation of Project Managers. Lighthouse Electric seeks motivated individuals who aspire to make a positive impact in their community and grow personally and professionally.

Our ideal Project Management internship candidates should:

• Be enrolled in a four-year institution, two-year technical school, or possess a High School diploma/GED.
• Have a major or interest in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field or equivalent combination of training and experience..
• Demonstrate a proactive, open-minded approach, a strong eagerness to learn, contribute ideas, and collaborate effectively within a team.

Duration of Internship & Expected Work Hours: Anticipated Start Date: May 17th, 2027. 8-12 Weeks; Monday-Friday 6:30 am – 3:00 pm Location: Canonsburg Office and various job sites (travel is primarily local during the business day) This is a paid internship, and compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

At Lighthouse Electric, our people are the driving force that powers our success. We’re thinkers and doers, innovators and optimizers, risk-takers and hard conversation-havers. Flexing our differences, we’re able to take on bigger challenges, make bigger strides and find smarter efficiencies. Whether it’s putting tried and true wisdom to work, or reworking how something is done altogether so we can do it better, we find satisfaction in doing what others can’t. We’re a crew that pushes further, works harder and solves smarter. We do whatever it takes to get the job done, to get it done right– and we’re raising the bar while we do it. Real forward movement honors the past. It’s going to take the perspective of more than just a few to define the future. Let’s power the progress the electrical industry needs.