About the role#
The T-Line & Substation Project Management Intern role is a developmental position focused on providing hands-on exposure to electric transmission and substation project execution. Working alongside experienced Project Managers and Project Controls professionals, you will gain familiarity with project lifecycles, field execution, cost and schedule tracking, and internal reporting tools. This role emphasizes learning through observation and supported tasks to build foundational project management skills.
What you'll do#
- Shadow Project Managers during field visits to active transmission and substation construction sites to observe execution, safety practices, and contractor coordination.
- Review project schedules and progress updates under supervision to understand sequencing, critical path concepts, and milestone tracking.
- Assist with tracking project status across a portfolio using existing dashboards and reports.
- Run standard reports and assist with basic data validation and organization.
- Support monthly cost activities, including accrual preparation and review, under the direction of Project Managers or Project Controls Analysts.
- Attend project status meetings, take meeting notes, and track follow-up action items.
- Maintain project documentation in accordance with records management and project governance requirements.
- Observe risk identification discussions and support ad-hoc analyses or presentations.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management.
- Must be continuing education toward your degree during and/or after the internship in a full-time capacity.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Prior internship, coursework, or exposure related to utilities, construction, engineering, or project management.
- Reliable transportation to and from work assignments.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to learn in a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Oakland, California.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- This position is paid and full-time.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available for this position.
