Summer 2027 Project Engineer Intern

Socket.dev; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cache Valley Electric offers a 2027 Summer Project Engineer Internship providing hands-on experience in electrical construction and project management. You will work with Project Managers, Engineers, and field teams to understand the full project lifecycle from preconstruction to closeout.

You’ll participate in meetings, review drawings, assist with RFIs and submittals, track materials, and support communication between office and field. A strong willingness to learn and collaborate is essential.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management or related engineering field.
• Interest in pursuing a career in construction, electrical construction, engineering, or project management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work in both office and active construction-site environments.
• Familiarity with construction drawings and specifications.
• Exposure to construction technology or software such as Bluebeam, Procore, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers and Project Engineers with day-to-day project activities.
• Work closely with project management, field supervision, and other members of the project team.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
• Assist with preparing, tracking, and maintaining RFIs and submittals.
• Help coordinate project documentation between the office and field.
• Assist with material and equipment procurement, tracking, and delivery coordination.
• Participate in project planning, coordination, and progress meetings.
• Gain exposure to project schedules and assist with tracking project milestones and deadlines.
• Learn how project costs, budgets, change orders, and forecasts are managed.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs and other estimating or project-related tasks as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and other project partners.
• Visit active construction areas and gain firsthand exposure to field operations.
• Work with field supervision to understand construction sequencing, productivity, and installation methods.
• Assist with project quality control and closeout documentation.
• Follow all company and project-specific safety requirements.
• Complete additional project assignments and responsibilities as directed by the project team.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Willingness to learn

Microsoft Office proficiency

Office and site environment

Education

Construction Management or related engineering field

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

AutoCAD/Revit

Job description

2027 Summer InternshipAbout Cache Valley Electric

Cache Valley Electric is a leading electrical contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality electrical construction projects across the country. Our teams work on complex and challenging projects while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, innovation, teamwork, and customer service.

At Cache Valley Electric, we believe the best way to learn construction is to be part of it. Our internship program gives students the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to active projects, and gain practical experience that goes beyond the classroom.

Internship Overview

The Project Engineer Internship provides hands‑on experience in electrical construction and project management while giving you the opportunity to apply to real-world construction projects.

You will work alongside experienced Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field teams while gaining exposure to the day-to-day operations of active electrical construction projects.

Throughout the internship, you will gain an understanding of the complete project lifecycle, including preconstruction, planning, scheduling, procurement, cost tracking, project documentation, field coordination, safety, and project closeout.

You will have opportunities to participate in project meetings, review drawings and specifications, assist with RFIs and submittals, track materials and equipment, and support communication between project management and field operations.

Our goal is to provide you with meaningful responsibilities and real project experience rather than simply observing from the sidelines. We hope you will be encouraged to ask questions, contribute ideas, solve problems, and develop the technical, leadership, and communication skills necessary to build a successful career in the electrical construction industry.

What You’ll Do

As a Project Engineer Intern, you will have the opportunity to:

• Assist Project Managers and Project Engineers with day-to-day project activities.
• Work closely with project management, field supervision, and other members of the project team.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and other project documents.
• Assist with preparing, tracking, and maintaining Requests for Information (RFIs) and submittals.
• Help coordinate project documentation between the office and field.
• Assist with material and equipment procurement, tracking, and delivery coordination.
• Participate in project planning, coordination, and progress meetings.
• Gain exposure to project schedules and assist with tracking project milestones and deadlines.
• Learn how project costs, budgets, change orders, and forecasts are managed.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs and other estimating or project-related tasks as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and other project partners.
• Visit active construction areas and gain firsthand exposure to field operations.
• Work with field supervision to understand construction sequencing, productivity, and installation methods.
• Assist with project quality control and closeout documentation.
• Follow all company and project-specific safety requirements.
• Complete additional project assignments and responsibilities as directed by the project team.

What You’ll Learn

This internship is designed to provide exposure to multiple areas of electrical construction and project management, including:

• Electrical construction operations
• Understand Our Mission Critical Projects
• Project management fundamentals
• Construction drawings and specifications
• RFIs and submittals
• Project scheduling
• Cost tracking and forecasting
• Change management
• Material and equipment procurement
• Field coordination
• Construction safety
• Quality control
• Project documentation
• Communication with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and field personnel
• Leadership and problem-solving in a construction environment

By the end of the internship, students should have a stronger understanding of how electrical construction projects move from planning and preconstruction through installation and project closeout.

Internship Details

Position: Project Engineer Intern
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah , Lubbock, Texas, Logan, Utah
Internship Term: Summer 2027
Start Date: May 1st, 2027
End Date: August, 15th 2027
Schedule: Monday- Friday
Hours: 40 hours per week
Travel:

Some travel may be required depending on project needs and internship assignment. Interns may have opportunities to visit active project sites, company offices, and other locations to gain hands‑on exposure to different aspects of electrical construction. Travel expectations will vary by position and project location and will be communicated prior to the start of the internship.

Compensation

Pay: Paid Internship,Monthly Gas Stipend,Overtime Pay where applicable.

Your Future at Cache Valley Electric

Successful interns may be considered for future internship opportunities or full-time positions with Cache Valley Electric following graduation based on individual performance, available opportunities, and business needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cache Valley Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Interest in pursuing a career in construction, electrical construction, engineering, or project management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work in both office and active construction-site environments.

Preferred

• Previous construction, engineering, or internship experience.
• Familiarity with construction drawings and specifications.
• Exposure to construction technology or software such as Bluebeam, Procore, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar programs.
• Previous coursework related to construction management, estimating, scheduling, engineering, or project management.

Previous electrical construction experience is not required. We are looking for motivated students who are eager to learn and interested in building a career in the construction industry.