About the role#
The Protection & Controls Student Intern supports various engineering initiatives and projects at Pike Engineering. This role involves a mix of administrative tasks, project management support, and technical documentation. It is a part-time, on-site position.
What you'll do#
- Manage and maintain spreadsheets and databases.
- Create, review, and file project documentation.
- Assist with the management of small capital or expense projects.
- Develop project schedules, milestones, and deliverables using Microsoft Project.
- Create project savings and justification documents.
- Prepare operational and maintenance training materials.
- Help solve engineering issues by applying standard principles and practices.
- Manage documentation related to engineering project spending.
- Handle special projects as assigned.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- Current enrollment at an accredited college or university.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complexity.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort Mill, South Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Part-time, paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About Pike Engineering
Pike Engineering operates as a technical services and consulting firm for the electric utility industry. It provides engineering and project management services ranging from power engineering to energy delivery. The company was founded in 1945 and maintains its headquarters in Fort Mill, South Carolina. It functions as part of the Pike Corporation and employs over 10,000 people.
How to get in at Pike Engineering
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