Electrical Project Engineer Intern

Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family-owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor.

Our projects are local, so you don’t live out of a suitcase — you live your life. This commitment to our team and values has earned us recognition as the #1 Top Workplace in Arizona and the #2 Top Workplace in the USA for midsize business in construction from USA Today/AZcentral.com.

And here’s what truly sets us apart: Felix is the only General Contractor in Arizona with in-house General Contracting, Electrical, and Industrial Controls UL508A-certified panel shop—all under one roof. We’ve grown into a $200M company with 400+ employee-owners by keeping it simple: work hard, work safe, and do it right.

We Build What Matters.

As an Electrical Project Engineering Intern, you'll work directly with an Electrical Project Manager and gain hands-on experience supporting active industrial electrical construction projects. Throughout the summer, you'll be assigned an electrical work package and learn how a project moves from planning and procurement through execution and closeout.

This internship provides real-world exposure to project management, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, quality control, and construction coordination while working alongside experienced industry professionals.

What you'll do

• Work directly with an Electrical Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical construction projects.
• Assist with developing and managing electrical work packages from planning through project closeout.
• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and scopes of work to gain an understanding of project requirements.
• Perform material takeoffs and assist with procurement, vendor coordination, and material tracking.
• Support the preparation and tracking of submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), purchase orders, and project documentation.
• Assist with tracking project budgets, labor hours, production quantities, schedules, and change orders.
• Participate in project meetings and collaborate with project managers, superintendents, foremen, suppliers, and clients.
• Support quality control, testing, commissioning, and project closeout activities, including as-built and turnover documentation.
• Visit active project sites periodically to observe construction progress and connect project planning activities to project execution.
• Develop a foundational understanding of industrial electrical construction, project management, and leadership within the construction industry.

Who You Are

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Rising sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student.
• Strong interest in construction project management and industrial electrical construction.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Why Join Felix Construction

Felix Construction is more than a company—we are an employer and contractor of choice with the leadership and infrastructure to sustainably execute on our growth and deliver on our brand promise. We provide the tools, support, and environment where talented individuals grow while delivering projects communities depend on. Don’t just find a job—build a future with Felix Construction. We offer:

Become an Owner, Not Just an Employee:

As a 100% employee-owned company, our success is your success. Our ESOP program is the foundation of our culture, fostering a unique environment of shared accountability, commitment, and reward.

Discretionary annual bonus program

401k with 6% employer match

Rich benefits package with substantial employer contribution

Generous Time Off Policy (PTO)

8 paid company holidays

Professional development programs, team activities, and organized volunteer initiatives

NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS Felix Construction's Talent Acquisition team is the only authorized department to engage with and execute agreements on behalf of the company with external search firms, staffing agencies, and other third-party recruiting partners. Felix Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions. We will only consider candidates submitted by agencies that have a fully executed agreement with Felix Construction on file prior to the candidate's submission.

Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Felix Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Felix Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Felix Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.