Intern - Energy Project Engineer

Position Summary

At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that is as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement and where people are treated with respect at all levels.

Our Internship and New College Graduate program is best designed for students who seek an immersive and hands‑on experience. We view every student as a potential hire and ensure each intern, co‑op student and new college graduate is set up for success to accomplish short and long term career goals.

• Labor and budget tracking feedback
• Equipment and subcontractor procurement
• Document control
• Design, trade and subcontractor coordination
• Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes & impacts
• Assist in the development and management of project schedules
• Assist in estimating the impact of project changes
• Assist management of change orders
• Assist with assembling submittal packages and other required project documentation
• Assist with procurement of equipment, materials, subcontractors and other project‑related services
• Support the construction team as needed

• A strong work ethic
• Initiative and drive to get the job done
• Strong communication skills
• The ability to be resourceful and resilient
• Ability to solve problems with limited support
• Quick learner who seeks answers on their own
• Positive attitude during adversity or non‑ideal situations
• Exercises accountability in stressful situations
• Goal oriented
• Collaborative spirit and a good teammate with a “We vs. Me” attitude
• Strong active listening skills
• Competent general business writing and public speaking

• Enrolled in a degree program that aligns with Southland needs:
  Mechanical, Architectural, Electrical Engineering;
  Construction Engineering;
  Construction Management;
  Civil Engineering;
  Safety Sciences; or related areas such as Building Automation or Energy Management.
• Interest in technical courses such as fluids, heat transfer, construction scheduling, finance, etc.

• The ability to read engineering drawings and identify work installed to track labor feedback accurately.
• Prepare job‑related logs to include RFIs, submittals, design changes and subcontractor progress/schedules.
• Learn to communicate effectively with engineers, vendors and suppliers to procure, manage and update the submittal process.
• Write and track Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Gain an understanding of construction processes and workflow.
• Hands‑on experience on the job.

• Hands‑on classroom and on‑the‑job experience in your specific role.
• Opportunity to work side by side with company leaders.
• Socially distant group activities and team events.
• Paid housing (some locations).
• Paid internship/Co‑op.
• Potential full‑time employment opportunities.

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting.
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability and achievement.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance – 100% paid for employee.
• Term life and accidental‑death & dismemberment insurance, voluntary life insurance.
• Disability income protection insurance.
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care).
• Holidays, vacation, personal time and life‑events leave.
• Numerous training opportunities and company‑paid membership for professional associations and licenses.

For California‑based internship roles, the pay rate is $26.00 per hour, in alignment with program guidelines and market standards.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug test, background check and professional reference checks.

We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.