2026 Summer Water & Wastewater Construction Intern

Schneider Electric and our Energy and Sustainability Services Division has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Intern within the Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Division for summer 2026. This internship can be filled in Lenexa, KS or Dallas, TX. The role involves entry-level field and project support, reporting to the Project Manager and Site Superintendent. Interns will assist with the supervision and coordination of water and wastewater construction activities, including mechanical, electrical, civil, and process systems installation. The position offers hands-on experience in improving municipal and industrial water treatment systems and infrastructure.

What will you do?

• Assist the onsite Project Team to manage and supervise all subcontractors and associated work and personnel
• Increase understanding and apply Schneider's Construction Site Safety requirements
• Attend scheduled project coordination meetings with customer and subcontractors
• Identify, capture, and proactively report scope risks & issues
• Assist with managing and overseeing all project work activities and degrees of complexity on Project Site
• Follow all activities and apply site management best practices
• Building and maintaining positive, professional relationships with inspectors, engineers, subcontractors, and customer representatives involved with the project
• Attend customer meetings for all scopes of work
• Assist with assembling project closeout documents (O&M Manuals, warranty, substantial completion letters)

• Real-World Experience : Work on active construction projects and gain exposure to mechanical, electrical, and controls systems.
• Mentorship : Learn from experienced Project Managers and Site Superintendents.
• Safety & Compliance Knowledge : Apply industry-leading safety practices and standards.
• Project Management Skills : Participate in scheduling, coordination, and documentation processes.
• Networking Opportunities : Build relationships with engineers, subcontractors, and customer representatives.
• Career Development : Gain insight into energy efficiency and sustainability practices that can shape your future career.

• Enrolled in Construction Management or Engineering coursework
• Interest in mechanical/electrical/civil construction
• Experience with and focused interest in sustainability, mechanical, electrical, or HVAC control systems
• First Aid / CPR certification desired or ability to obtain within 30 days
• Valid driver's license

• Team player
• Passionate about customer service and team success
• Excellent, accurate written and verbal communication skills
• Insatiable curiosity and passion to learn
• Problem solver
• Safety and hazard conscious
• Detailed, organized record keeping
• Ability to read mechanical, electrical, and controls drawings and schematics
• Flexibility adjusting and adapting to dynamic, variable circumstances
• Demonstrated computer literacy and advanced user
• Use of Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel
• Familiarity with Project Management applications (MS Project, Procore)
• Personal email and mobile phone

• Walking over rough or uneven surfaces
• Climbing ladders
• Recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities
• Lifting to 50 lbs.
• Carrying laptop computers and luggage
• Capable and willing to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Approximately 90% travel via air and/or automobile travel
• Exposure to active construction site conditions and varied construction activities
• Daily exposure to outside weather conditions
• Exposure to mechanical and electrical equipment, equipment rooms
• Normal work schedule is Monday through Friday depending on project requirements.
  • Special project circumstances may offer additional working hours on weekends when scheduled in advance.
  • Daily work hours could vary to support the project plan.
  • Local travel by transit or personal car to the project site(s)