About the role#
Hawaiian Electric offers a summer internship program designed to provide students with hands-on experience on professional projects. You will work with a dedicated mentor to develop your technical skills and explore future career opportunities within the utility industry. This is a paid, full-time position based in Honolulu for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Research and execute an objective-based project under the guidance of your mentor.
- Participate in cross-functional activities to learn about company operations.
- Attend professional development workshops and networking events.
- Present your project achievements and lessons learned to the management team at the end of the summer.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary school with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- You must be attending school in Fall 2027 and have an expected graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, MIS, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Good academic standing.
- Security+ certification, as well as experience with Microsoft, networking, or IT Help Desk support, are considered a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Honolulu, Hawaii.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
- Pay: Starting at $23.00 per hour.
About Hawaiian Electric
Hawaiian Electric provides electricity to 95 percent of the population in Hawaii. The company operates across Oahu, Maui, Hawaii Island, Lanai, and Molokai. It was founded in 1891 and maintains its headquarters in Honolulu. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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