About the role#
Hawaiian Electric offers a summer internship program focused on providing students with hands-on experience in the utility industry. You will work on professional level projects and receive guidance from a dedicated mentor. This program includes cross-functional activities to help you learn about the company and connect with other interns.
What you'll do#
- Research and execute an objective-based project with your mentor.
- Participate in company activities, such as power plant tours and professional development workshops.
- Present your project deliverables in an open forum at the end of the summer.
- Share your achievements and lessons learned with management.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at a post-secondary school.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Academic standing in good status.
- Enrollment in school for the Fall 2027 term.
- A major in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
- Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later.
Location & details#
- Location: Kahului, Maui.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
- Modality: This is an on-site position.
- Compensation: $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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