About the role#
The Business Systems Intern supports the IT team with administration and reporting across core business platforms, including ERP and HRIS. This role provides hands-on experience in how an electrical contractor manages the systems that run recruiting, project operations, and finance. You will work under a dedicated supervisor and mentor to complete daily tasks and a final capstone project presented to company leadership.
What you'll do#
- Assist with configuration and administration of ERP and HRIS platforms.
- Support user account setup, access requests, and permissions troubleshooting.
- Maintain system documentation, process guides, and SOPs.
- Build and update internal reports and dashboards for IT and business stakeholders.
- Perform data cleanup, validation, and reconciliation across business systems.
- Troubleshoot day-to-day system issues and document recurring problems.
- Support integration testing during system upgrades or rollouts.
- Participate in user acceptance testing for active IT projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program for Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field (rising junior or senior preferred).
- Basic understanding of business systems or ERP concepts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to learn new software platforms quickly.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with Sage, Workday, or NetSuite is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of SQL or data queries is helpful.
- Familiarity with helpdesk or ticketing systems is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 to 12 weeks).
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
About Hays Electrical Services
Hays Electrical Services operates as an electrical contractor based in Houston, Texas. Founded in 2007, the company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It specializes in construction projects for the commercial, hospitality, and multi-family sectors. The firm also works on data centers, healthcare facilities, and corporate interiors.
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