About the role#
The T-Line & Substation Project Management Intern role is a learning-focused position designed to provide hands-on exposure to electric transmission and substation project execution. You will work alongside experienced Project Managers and Project Controls professionals to observe day-to-day operations and support project lifecycle processes. This role emphasizes gaining familiarity with field execution, cost tracking, and internal reporting tools.
What you'll do#
- Shadow Project Managers during field visits to active construction sites to observe safety practices, contractor coordination, and project execution.
- Review project schedules and progress updates to learn about 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 governance requirements.
- Observe risk identification discussions and learn how risks and mitigations are documented.
- Collaborate on ad-hoc analyses, presentations, and operational reviews.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Must be continuing education toward your degree during or after the internship in a full-time capacity.
- 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.
Location & details#
- Location: Oakland, California.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is a utility provider based in Oakland, California. It operates as a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation and manages the transmission and delivery of natural gas and electricity. The company serves approximately 15 million people across northern and central California. Its infrastructure includes over 140,000 miles of electric distribution lines and tens of thousands of miles of gas pipelines.
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