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Prefab Engineering InternSummer Internship Program Department: 5K Power / 5K Specialty Systems (Prefabrication)Reports To: Prefab Operations ManagerLocation: Houston, TX,

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Prefab Engineering Intern
Summer Internship Program

Department: 5K Power / 5K Specialty Systems (Prefabrication)
Reports To: Prefab Operations Manager
Location: Houston, TX, with potential travel to project sites across Texas
Employment Type: Paid Summer Intern (10–12 Weeks)
With over 18 years of experience, Hays Electrical Services is a nationally recognized electrical contractor delivering high-quality, safe, and reliable electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and specialty markets. Licensed in multiple states and trusted by leading general contractors, Hays is built on a foundation of safety, excellence, drive, communication, and client focus.
Our Summer Internship Program gives students hands-on exposure to real projects, a dedicated mentor and supervisor, and the chance to build a defined deliverable presented to leadership at the end of the summer — with strong performers considered for full-time roles after graduation.

The Prefab Engineering Intern will support design and process engineering for prefabricated electrical assemblies within Hays' prefab shop operations. This role blends engineering and manufacturing, giving the intern hands-on exposure to how modular electrical assemblies are designed, built, quality-checked, and shipped to job sites.

Responsibilities

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Prefab Design Support

→Assist with design and drafting of prefabricated assemblies, including racks, skids, and modular units.
→Support bill of materials (BOM) creation and revisions.

Process & Quality

→Support process improvement initiatives in the prefab shop.
→Assist with quality control checks on assemblies before shipment.

Manufacturing Support

→Help coordinate shop layout and workflow efficiency projects.
→Support production scheduling and tracking.

Cross-Functional Coordination

→Work with Estimating, BIM/VDC, and Field Operations to ensure prefab designs align with field installation needs.

Requirements

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Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
Basic understanding of manufacturing and production processes
Comfortable working in a shop/production environment
Strong problem-solving and process-improvement mindset
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CAD experience a plus

Nice to Have

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Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodology
Exposure to CAD/drafting software (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks)
Interest in modular or prefabricated construction methods

Paid, 10–12 week summer program (early June – mid-August)
Assigned supervisor for day-to-day work plus a separate mentor for informal guidance and support
Company-wide orientation, weekly lunch-and-learns with department leaders, and a mid-summer check-in
Capstone project presented to department and executive leadership in the final week
Strong performers — particularly graduating seniors — will be considered for full-time offers

What We Offer

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At Hays Electrical Services, you're joining a team that values professionalism, accountability, and growth. As part of our Summer Internship Program, you'll get real project exposure, direct mentorship, and a genuine look at what a career at Hays could look like.
Program Includes:

✓Competitive paid internship wage

✓Dedicated mentor and supervisor throughout the program

✓Cross-department exposure through lunch-and-learns and cohort events

✓Capstone project and final presentation to leadership

✓Consideration for full-time employment upon graduation