2026 GAYLOR ELECTRIC SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM – HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Job Description

Job Title: 2026 GAYLOR ELECTRIC SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM – HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

About Gaylor Electric and the Internship Program

Gaylor Electric invites current high school students to experience meaningful career growth through our comprehensive Summer Internship Program. Combining access to industry-leading technical skill development and world-class, career-related professionalism training, our program has successfully welcomed students from over 70 high school and collegiate institutions in the past three years.

Program Highlights

• Extensive Program: We welcome over 200 students annually for our summer program.
• National Reach: Students are placed across the county at various national Gaylor Electric locations and job sites.
• Professional Development: Throughout the summer, students gain access to:
  • Resume development workshops
  • Interview preparation sessions
  • Discussions on business best practices
  • Professional headshot opportunities
• Culminating Experience: The internship concludes with either an academic capstone presentation or a craft skills assessment, providing a tangible output of your learning.

Why Gaylor Electric?

Gaylor Electric’s internship programming offers a unique opportunity for high school students to explore construction careers, hone technical skills, and develop robust professionalism. We believe in providing a hands-on, real-world experience that expands knowledge beyond the classroom and allows you to apply concepts and theories in a practical setting.

Internship Roles & Areas

We offer positions across a diverse range of fields, allowing students to explore various aspects of our business:

• Field Roles
• Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Engineering
• BIM/VDC (Building Information Modeling / Virtual Design & Construction)
• Safety
• Corporate Roles:
  • Accounting
  • Human Resources
  • Education
  • Information Technology
  • Marketing

Key Learning & Development

Interns will not only develop skills directly related to their chosen positions but will also engage in intense curation of their:

• Professional resumes
• Interview habits
• Networking skills
• Professionalism approaches

You will become a valued member of the Gaylor Electric culture and learn what it means to hold a high-value, high-opportunity position in the trades, making key contacts for future networking and career growth.

Program Duration & Compensation

• Duration: This is an 8-to-11-week program.
• Compensation: This is a paid internship opportunity.

Things We Love To See In Our Interns

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• 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 approach
• Team spirit and collaboration
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong communication skills

About You (Ideal High School Candidates)

You are a high school student with a strong interest in exploring careers that align with Gaylor Electric’s needs, such as:

• Construction Management
• Engineering (Architectural Engineering, Electrical, Civil, and Construction)
• Occupational Health & Safety
• Business, Finance, Marketing, Accounting, or any other related field that sparks your curiosity.
• You are excited to visit and travel to new locations and projects.

Internship Benefits

• On-the-job experience and training in your specific role.
• Opportunity to work with some of the brightest and most talented people in the industry.
• Paid internship.
• Potential for full-time employment opportunities in any of our locations upon completion of your education.

Internship Locations

Opportunities are available in various locations:

• Indiana: Indianapolis, South Bend, West Lafayette, Columbus
• Kentucky: Louisville
• Ohio: Columbus, Cincinnati
• Tennessee: Nashville
• Alabama: Huntsville
• Georgia: Atlanta
• North Carolina: Charlotte
• Florida: Fort Myers, Orlando, Tampa

GAYLOR ELECTRIC, INC. is an equal opportunity employer including disability and veterans.