About the role#
Hawaiian Electric is hiring a Summer Intern for the Substation Engineering department in Hilo. This is a full-time, paid position for Summer 2027. You will work on professional projects, receive mentorship, and participate in cross-functional activities to learn about the company.
What you'll do#
- Research and execute an objective-based project with a dedicated mentor.
- Develop a Power BI tool to track and manage corrective maintenance based on incident priority and dates.
- Participate in cross-functional activities and company events.
- Present your achievements and lessons learned to the management team at the end of the summer.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an active student at a post-secondary institution.
- Major in Electrical Engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Expected graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Must be attending school in Fall 2027 and remain in good academic standing.
- Ability to provide an official digital copy of your transcript.
Location & details#
- Location: Hilo, Hawaii.
- Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
- This is an on-site, full-time internship.
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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