Intern - Field Engineer in Houston, Texas at Hays Electrical Services

Field Engineer Intern
Summer Internship ProgramDepartment: Field Operations
Reports To: Project Manager / Superintendent
Location: Houston, TX, with potential travel to project sites across Texas
Employment Type: Paid Summer Intern (10–12 Weeks)
With over 18 years of experience, Hays Electrical Services is a nationally recognized electrical contractor delivering high-quality, safe, and reliable electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and specialty markets. Licensed in multiple states and trusted by leading general contractors, Hays is built on a foundation of safety, excellence, drive, communication, and client focus.
Our Summer Internship Program gives students hands-on exposure to real projects, a dedicated mentor and supervisor, and the chance to build a defined deliverable presented to leadership at the end of the summer — with strong performers considered for full-time roles after graduation.The Field Engineer Intern will work directly alongside superintendents and project managers on active electrical construction projects, gaining hands-on exposure to how a job actually gets built and run in the field. This role is site-based and physically active, offering the clearest look at day-to-day field operations of any track in the program.Documentation & Tracking

• Maintain as-built drawings and track RFIs and submittals.
• Support daily and weekly field reporting.

Field Support

• Assist with material tracking, punch list coordination, and site walks with superintendents and PMs.

Means & Methods

• Observe and document field installation methods.
• Assist with basic quantity takeoffs and progress tracking.

Safety & Compliance

• Participate in site safety briefings and toolbox talks.
• Support safety documentation and compliance tracking on site.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Willingness to work on active job sites, including required PPE and safety training (OSHA 10 provided)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, outdoor/field environment
• Valid driver's license

• Prior construction site experience (internship, co-op, or trade background)
• Familiarity with reading construction drawings and blueprints
• Exposure to project management or scheduling software (Procore, Bluebeam)

• Paid, 10–12 week summer program (early June – mid-August)
• Assigned supervisor for day-to-day work plus a separate mentor for informal guidance and support
• Company-wide orientation, weekly lunch-and-learns with department leaders, and a mid-summer check-in
• Capstone project presented to department and executive leadership in the final week
• Strong performers — particularly graduating seniors — will be considered for full-time offers

At Hays Electrical Services, you're joining a team that values professionalism, accountability, and growth. As part of our Summer Internship Program, you'll get real project exposure, direct mentorship, and a genuine look at what a career at Hays could look like.
Program Includes:

• Competitive paid internship wage
• Dedicated mentor and supervisor throughout the program
• Cross-department exposure through lunch-and-learns and cohort events
• Capstone project and final presentation to leadership
• Consideration for full-time employment upon graduation