Job Description

We are seeking Construction Management Interns for the Summer of 2026! If you are a Junior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Electrical Engineering and are eager to learn with direct hands-on experience, we want to hear from you!

Sequoyah offers a 12 week Summer Internship where you’ll experience multiple facets of construction

• 4 weeks in Estimating
• 4 weeks in New Construction
• 4 weeks in Special Projects

About Us

For over 36 years, Sequoyah Electric has been an industry leader in the design, construction and maintenance of electrical and low voltage systems in the Puget Sound Area.

Sequoyah fosters an environment of teamwork and collaboration, with a commitment to excellence. Our relationship driven culture is customer-focused, community-engaged, and motivated by continuous improvement. It’s evident when you walk through our office and jobsites that we enjoy what we do and we are proud to have been voted a Washington Best Workplace for the past 12 years (2014 – 2025) by our own employees.

Overview

We are committed to providing our interns with a well-rounded internship experience. Our intern is responsible for supporting project managers and estimators on a wide variety of design and construction projects. We will provide the training and guidance necessary to successfully complete assigned tasks.

Internship Objectives

• Familiarize yourself with the electrical construction industry
• Introducing the various project management responsibilities, tasks, and duties of a project manager
• Aid in acquiring specific job skills that will help you transition into a career in construction management

Your Summer Will Be Filled With

• Learning from the very best in the electrical design and construction industry
• Friendships and mentorships that last a lifetime
• Taking part in job walks and project progress meetings
• Identifying the scope of work, as well as the development of estimates and proposals
• Exposure to construction documents and contracts
• Writing RFI’s, as well as assisting with COP development and posting drawings
• Assisting with submittal preparation and document control
• Researching job- and project-related issues
• Gaining exposure and understanding of construction safety, purchasing, and field work

Qualification Requirements

• A junior pursuing a BS degree in  Construction Management or  Electrical Engineering
• Strong work ethic; willing to do what it takes to get the job done
• Strong communication skills
• Track record of leadership and teamwork
• Ability to multi-task and follow-up on tasks as needed
• Willingness to ask questions to ensure understanding
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and BlueBeam preferred

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The following physical requirements and working conditions apply to this role. Sequoyah will give consideration to all requests for accommodation.

• Ability to see, hear well (either naturally or with correction) and speak clearly
• Coordinate the movement of your eyes, hands, and fingers
• Physical requirements include sitting, standing and bending, repetitive motions of hands and wrists
• Reach for, handle, use fingers and manipulate objects

Compensation

This role will pay 30/hour + eligible for a $1,000 scholarship upon completion. Interns are also eligible to receive up to housing reimbursement of up to $750 per a month.

This job posting is a general description of the essential functions of this role. It is not intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees of Sequoyah are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Sequoyah supervisors or management, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Sequoyah is an equal opportunity employer. We are a non ‐ smoking facility and a drug and alcohol-free workplace. All new hires are subject to a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen, in accordance with company policy and the NECA/IBEW Electrical Industry Drug-Free Workplace Program. As per the program, cannabis/THC is not included in pre-employment testing. It may be included in order for Sequoyah to be in compliance with specific client contracts; we will inform you if you will be assigned to a client project or worksite where this is a requirement.

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