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As one of the largest utility distribution organizations in America, we constantly strive to bring our best to our customers, suppliers, and fellow associates. Irby Utilities is uniquely positioned to provide dynamic solutions to essential utility services impacting our local and broader communities.
We are powered by our people. Across our nationwide reach and diversity, we adapt, dare, and learn as a team. Through our tremendous growth, we are continuing to develop opportunities and look for people to join us as we journey forward.
Project Services Group Internship
Are you looking for an opportunity to rise to a new challenge? An opportunity to be a part of a team dedicated to excellence? Are you passionate about being part of a company culture that values Performance, People, Customers and Sustainability?
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As an intern with Irby Utilities, you will work on projects that matter and contribute meaningfully to our results through your efforts. We believe our internship program is an amazing opportunity for students work in cross-functional teams where they will be immersed in a learning environment and empowered to bring forth new ideas with a fresh perspective.
Internship Program Overview
Our program provides a holistic experience that exposes our interns to our Project Services team in the broader context of our sales and operational activities. From learning our internal processes and methodologies, to understanding and delivering on critical variables, you will lock into the real-world functions of the team and begin to grasp how we provide top-tier service to our customers.
Professional Development:
- Performs various activities that contribute to the tactical efficiency of the assigned business unit.
- Gain an understanding of how we deliver solutions to our customers, both on a consistent and an innovative basis.
- Examine internal processes, raising questions and problem solving issues independently and in coordination with other team members.
- Example Projects within our PSG team:
- Supporting procurement of high-quality merchandise, expedient delivery and dependable service at optimum price.
- Verification of quantity and quality of stock received from manufacturer.
- Coordinates with salespeople and manufacturer representatives in order to resolve discrepancies and enhance accuracy.
- Receive on-going coaching to enhance communication, leadership, presentation, and develop department specific competencies.
- Leadership Exposure: meet with senior and executive leaders to learn about different areas of the business.
- Network: Interns will be able to grow their network and build positive working relationships.
- Analyze current processes and present findings with recommendations or suggestions for improvement.
Qualifications:
- Possess an enthusiastic/self-starter attitude
- Excellent communication, time management and leadership skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Flexible and adaptable team player
- Analytical mindset and strong presentation skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Distribution, Engineering or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0
About Irby Utilities
Irby Utilities is one of the three largest electrical utility distribution companies in the United States, with over $1 Billion in annual sales and over 500 employees across more than 45 branches in 27 states. Irby Utilities has experienced incredible growth over the past five years. This presents many outstanding career & development opportunities throughout the country in various locations such as: Jackson, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Orlando, Syracuse, Nashville, Denver, Salt Lake City, Portland, and Minneapolis.
Irby was a pioneer in the early days of the electrical business, founded in 1926, and continues to be an industry leader in philanthropic involvement and community activity. Irby is also part of the Sonepar family of operating companies, consisting of the finest locally managed electrical and industrial distributors throughout the United States. Sonepar is the world leader in electrical distribution.
Why work for Irby?
Irby Utilities is a crucial link in the distribution chain, connecting manufacturers to their customers in electrical power, natural gas, and broadband services. Our team delivers end-to-end solutions through logistical and operational support, sales and account management, project services, data analysis, and more. We firmly attribute our success to our people in each of these fields, and we are constantly advancing our skills and abilities.
Our Competitive Benefits?
401K Plan, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation and Personal, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Long-term and Short-term Disability, and Life Insurance.
About Irby
Irby Utilities is one of the three largest electrical utility distribution companies in the United States, with over $1.5 Billion in annual sales and 700 employees across more than 45 branches in 27 states. We have experienced incredible growth over the past five years, presenting many outstanding career & development opportunities throughout the country in various locations such as: Dallas/Ft. Worth, Orlando, Atlanta, Nashville, Denver, Salt Lake City, Portland and Minneapolis.
Irby was a pioneer in the early days of the electrical business, founded in 1926, and continues to be an industry leader in philanthropic involvement and community activity. Irby is also part of the Sonepar family of operating companies, consisting of the finest locally managed electrical and industrial distributors throughout the United States. Sonepar is the world leader in electrical distribution.
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Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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