Electrical Construction Intern

Job Description

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About The Role: Electrical Construction Industry Internship

Our organization is deeply committed to providing students with hands-on, inclusive learning experiences within the electrical construction industry. This internship program is meticulously designed to equip you with invaluable knowledge and skills, serving as a robust foundation for a successful future career in this field.

Company Overview: The L.E. Myers Co. (L.E. Myers)

Established in 1891, The L.E. Myers Co. holds the distinction of being the oldest subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. Renowned as a premier electrical contractor, L.E. Myers specializes in large utility construction projects across the nation. We pride ourselves on offering our employees unique opportunities for training, project involvement, and collaborative learning alongside our extensive family of subsidiaries. Our reputation for stability, built on long-term client relationships and continuous expansion, ensures ample room for both tenured employees and new team members to grow professionally.

At L.E. Myers, we foster a dynamic environment that provides structured and strategic occupational growth opportunities for our valued staff. Our interactive family of subsidiaries, comprised of employees with varying tenures, allows participation in both cutting-edge clean energy projects and our foundational, long-standing transmission and distribution projects.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

This enriching summer internship position offers students a direct, hands-on opportunity to delve into the intricacies of how electric utilities design and maintain transmission and distribution power lines. Key responsibilities include:

• Asset Information Gathering: Assist in collecting crucial structure information for seamless asset integration.
• Industry Standard Software Experience: Gain practical experience with the transmission and distribution industry-standard program, PLS-CADD, by generating standard files and evaluating existing models.
• Project Reporting & Tracking: Work on diverse tasks related to project reporting, including tracking and evaluating project activities, progress, and associated data.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with other disciplines and contribute to scheduling project deliverables.
• Field Verification: Undertake fieldwork to pre-field and post-field poles, ensuring all work adheres to utility standards.
• Unit Identification: Accurately identify completed units within projects.
• Project Management Support: Build projects using the Xcel SharePoint site and manage project permits.
• Internship Capstone Project: Prior to the internship’s conclusion, create and deliver a self-reflection presentation (in PowerPoint) to your direct management team. This project will detail gained industry knowledge, future career goals, and personal and professional growth experienced during the internship.
• Professional Development: Actively participate in the Lunch & Learn internship program provided by the MYR Group Internship Leadership team.

About You: Qualifications & Skills

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should possess the following:

Qualifications:

• Academic Standing: Currently a college sophomore or above working towards a related undergraduate degree, OR
• Trade School Enrollment: Currently enrolled in or attending trade school, OR
• Recent Graduate: A recent graduate (within 1 year of graduation date).
• Experience: No experience required. This is an entry-level learning opportunity.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Presentation Skills: Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations.
• Organization: Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Teamwork & Independence: Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Professionalism: Ability to communicate with employees and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.

What We Offer: Benefits of an Internship with MYR Group

An internship with MYR Group provides a multitude of advantages, designed to jumpstart your career:

• Career Exploration: Opportunity to explore potential post-graduation career opportunities within the electrical construction industry.
• Skill Development: Practice and enhance industry-specific skills while learning how to be an effective employee entering the workforce.
• Role Insight: Gain in-depth knowledge of the roles and responsibilities associated with a particular career path.

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Important Notices:

• This position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include a background check and drug testing.
• Accessibility: If you require an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.
• MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We are committed to promoting diversity of thought, culture, and background, fostering an inclusive work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. Personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
• MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
• MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not engage with third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.