Summer Intern

About the Role

The Cherry City Electric Summer Internship Program is a hands-on training program designed to provide valuable real-world experience in the electrical and data-communications industry. Summer 2027 interns will be paired with experienced mentors and gain practical experience while supporting active projects in areas such as Estimating, Preconstruction, Project Management, or Safety. This is a paid, full-time opportunity typically running for 8 to 10 weeks during the summer. Part-time opportunities may also be available throughout the year.

Locations

• Salem, Oregon or on jobsites in the surrounding areas
• Portland, Oregon or on jobsites in the surrounding areas
• Vancouver, Washington or on jobsites in the surrounding areas

Key Responsibilities

Depending on your assigned department, project, and area of interest, responsibilities may include:

• Assist project teams with day-to-day project coordination and administration
• Support basic change order estimating and quantity takeoffs of electrical materials and equipment
• Assist with material takeoffs for items such as light fixtures, wiring devices, and other electrical components
• Assist with document control, including organizing plans, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and other construction documents
• Prepare basic material submittals and assist with tracking their review, approval, and distribution
• Maintain project tracking logs and update information as needed
• Assist with material tracking, purchasing coordination, and expediting
• Coordinate with project vendors and subcontractors as needed
• Assist with purchase order directives and subcontract work orders
• Support field labor reporting and timekeeping documentation
• Assist with tracking Field Work Orders and Time & Material change order documentation
• Assist with inspection requests, punch lists, and project closeout activities
• Support construction safety initiatives, documentation, and recordkeeping
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, and other learning opportunities as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field, with an interest in pursuing a career in the construction or engineering industry
• Interest in learning about electrical construction, project management, estimating, preconstruction, or safety
• Honest and accountable, with the ability to use discretion when handling sensitive information
• Effective team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Driven, dependable, and willing to learn
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong customer service focus
• Comfortable working in both office and project environments
• Enjoys working in a collaborative, family company environment