About the role#
Hawaiian Electric offers a project-based internship for students interested in operations and construction management. You will work with an assigned mentor to research and execute an objective-based project. This program provides professional experience and the chance to present your work to management at the end of the summer.
What you'll do#
- Perform tasks in departments including vegetation management, construction and inspection management, training, maintenance engineering, environmental engineering, or UAS/drone operations.
- Work closely with an individual mentor on assigned projects.
- Participate in cross-functional activities to learn about the company.
- Present your achievements and lessons learned to the management team at the end of the program.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at a post-secondary school with plans to attend in Fall 2027.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 and good academic standing.
- Major in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft products.
- An official digital copy of your transcript.
- Change management or process improvement certifications are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Honolulu, Hawaii.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
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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