• Student Intern - P&C

    Pike Corporation (Charlotte, NC)


    Student Intern – Engineering

     

    Overview

     

    Join our Engineering team and gain hands-on experience working on projects that make a real impact. This internship is designed for students pursuing degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related technical fields who want to apply classroom knowledge to practical challenges.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Contribute to engineering projects and initiatives, supporting design, analysis, and implementation.

    + Assist with special projects involving technical problem-solving and process improvements.

    + Maintain and analyze engineering data, spreadsheets, and databases for accuracy and efficiency.

    + Develop operational and maintenance documentation, including technical help aids and training materials.

    + Support small capital and expense project management, including cost tracking and reporting.

    + Create and update project schedules, milestones, and deliverables using tools like Microsoft Project.

    + Apply engineering principles to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.

    + Prepare project savings and justification documents to support business decisions.

    Requirements

    + Currently enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply engineering concepts.

    + Effective written and verbal communication skills.

    + Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

    + Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project needs.

     

    What You’ll Gain

     

    + Real-world engineering experience on impactful projects.

    + Exposure to project management tools and methodologies.

    + Opportunities to apply engineering principles in a professional setting.

    + Mentorship and networking with experienced engineers.

    + Development of technical and professional skills that enhance your career readiness.

     

    Preferred Skills

     

    + Self-motivated and detail-oriented.

    + Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage complexity.

    + Customer-focused mindset and team-oriented approach.

     

    About Us

     

    Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

     

    •Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

     

    Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

     

    Requisition ID: 26000082