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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Santa Clara

AI generated summary

  • You must have a high school diploma or GED, be a current student in a related field, be authorized to work in the U.S., and have no prior experience required.
  • You will estimate bids, negotiate contracts, manage construction logistics, oversee materials and subcontractors, monitor project progress, and handle closeout documentation.

Requirements

  • Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Current student studying Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar preferred.
  • Licensure/Certifications: None required.
  • Experience: 0 years of experience required.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Estimate Phase: Creating a bid strategy, getting quotations, and writing proposal letters.
  • Pre-Construction: Negotiating contract terms, creating an original budget and schedule. Creating a plan with the production team to address; efficiency, logistics, and materials. Organizing all documents and drawings, selecting subcontractors and holding a job start meeting.
  • Construction: Managing materials, submittals, and change orders. Maintaining activity logs, managing materials, vendors, and subcontractors. Writing documents including RFI’s and notice letters. Monitoring project progress, including cost and safety.
  • Closeout: Managing closeout documents, commissioning equipment, and returning excess material.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship program?

The internship program is designed to last for 10 to 12 weeks.

What is the salary range for the intern position?

The salary range for the intern position is $33.23/hour to $35.23/hour.

What qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

A High School Diploma or GED is required, and current students studying Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a similar field are preferred.

Is prior experience necessary for applying to this internship?

No prior experience is required; the position is open to candidates with 0 years of experience.

Are international students eligible for the internship?

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, and this position is not eligible for sponsorship.

What types of tasks will interns be involved in during the internship?

Interns may participate in estimating, pre-construction tasks, construction management, and closeout activities related to electrical construction projects.

Who will interns report to during the internship?

Interns will report to a Project Manager.

What kind of work environment can interns expect at Cupertino Electric, Inc.?

Interns can expect a collaborative work environment focused on team play and safety, where they will have opportunities to learn and grow from experienced professionals in the electrical construction industry.

Does Cupertino Electric, Inc. provide any certifications or licenses during the internship?

No specific licenses or certifications are required for the position, and the internship does not provide any certifications.

How does Cupertino Electric, Inc. view diversity and inclusion?

Cupertino Electric, Inc. celebrates diversity and is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, ensuring no discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or other protected characteristics.

We deliver power and possibilities.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1954
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

For nearly 70 years, Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) has been powered by people who’ve built a reputation for delivering high-profile, complex projects. Our commercial, energy and data center projects are real, tangible things that alter landscapes and improve lives—and put us at the top of specialty contractor lists. But more importantly, we’ve built a reputation for integrity. From the very beginning, our founder wanted the company to be known—inside and out—as “honest, and fair, and just.” That guiding principle is the soul of CEI, and it runs like a current through every office, every conference room and every jobsite. It makes us who we are. We’re problem solvers and innovation seekers. We’re team players and safety fanatics. And we always—ALWAYS—do the right thing. Because what we do is important, but HOW we do it is everything.