2026 GAYLOR ELECTRIC SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM – HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Job Description

About the Company

Gaylor Electric is a national company with locations and job sites across the country, specializing in the electrical and construction industry. Over the past three years, their internship program alone has welcomed students from over 70 high school and collegiate institutions, indicating a significant presence and commitment to talent development. The company values providing opportunities for meaningful career growth, offering access to industry-leading technical skill development and world-class, career-related professionalism training. Gaylor Electric operates with a culture that values its interns as “valued members” and aims to teach them the meaning of holding a “high-value, high-opportunity position in the trades.” Gaylor Electric, Inc. is also an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veterans.

Job Description

This is the 2026 GAYLOR ELECTRIC SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM specifically designed for HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS.

• Program Overview: A comprehensive 8-to-10-week paid summer internship opportunity aimed at high school students. The program welcomes over 200 students annually and places them at various national Gaylor Electric locations and job sites. It’s designed for career exploration in construction, honing technical skills, and developing robust professionalism.
• Program Duration: 8 to 10 weeks during the summer.
• Compensation: This is a paid internship opportunity.
• Internship Locations: Interns can be placed across the country. Specific locations mentioned include: Indianapolis, IN; South Bend, IN; West Lafayette, IN; Columbus, IN; Louisville, KY; Columbus, OH; Cincinnati, OH; Nashville, TN; Huntsville, AL; Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Fort Myers, FL; Orlando, FL; Tampa, FL.
• Available Roles/Departments: Interns can gain experience in a variety of areas, including:
• Field
• Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Engineering (Architectural Engineering, Electrical, Civil and Construction)
• BIM/VDC
• Safety
• Corporate roles (such as Accounting, Human Resources, Education, Information Technology, and Marketing).
• Program Activities & Development: The internship goes beyond on-the-job tasks, offering structured career development components:
• Resume development workshops
• Interview preparation sessions
• Discussions on business best practices
• Professional headshots
• The experience culminates with an academic capstone presentation or a craft skills assessment.
• Learning & Growth Opportunities:
• On-the-job experience and training in the specific role.
• Opportunity to work with industry professionals.
• Development of skills related to potential academic fields of study.
• Intense curation of professional resumes and improvement of interview habits.
• Enhancement of networking skills and professionalism approaches.
• Expansion of knowledge outside the classroom by applying theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios.
• Development of potential and establishment of key contacts for future networking.
• Opportunity to determine interest levels in specific career fields.
• Receiving feedback from professionals regarding strengths and weaknesses.
• Potential for full-time employment opportunities at any Gaylor Electric location post-internship/graduation.
• Desired Intern Qualities (“Things We Love To See In Our Interns”):
• Purpose, Resolve, Determination
• Positive impact and influence on others
• Grit (the ability to stick to it and get the job done)
• Consistency and a strong work ethic
• Holds oneself accountable
• Customer focused
• Team spirit and collaboration
• Detail oriented and organized
• Strong communication skills
• Preferred Background/Interests (“About You”): While targeting high school students, the program also looks for individuals who:
• Are pursuing or interested in degrees/fields aligning with Gaylor Electric’s needs (e.g., Construction Management, Engineering, Occupational Health & Safety, Business, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, or related college or work experience).
• Are excited to visit and travel to new locations and projects.