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Power Your Career with O’Connell Electric

Are you ready to kickstart your career with hands-on experience, meaningful connections, and opportunities to grow in an award-winning environment? At O’Connell Electric, we’re not just offering internships, we’re providing a pathway to a successful and fulfilling career.

Why Choose O’Connell Electric for Your Internship?

Our internship program is designed to go beyond the ordinary. You won’t be fetching coffee or shadowing from the sidelines. Instead, you’ll be immersed in real projects, gaining a deep understanding of the construction and electrical industry while contributing tangible value to our team.

Gain Hands-on Experience

Jump right into the action by drafting plans, visiting active job sites, and supporting critical operations. You’ll play an active role in shaping projects that make a difference.

Form Lasting Professional Connections

Work side-by-side with industry experts, mentors, and a supportive team who are invested in your success. Develop relationships that will propel your career forward.

Learn from the Best

Our experienced staff will provide the same mentorship, training, and guidance as they would for a full-time team member. From your manager to your mentor, you’ll always have someone in your corner.

Open Doors to Future Opportunities

Many of our interns go on to build rewarding careers within our company.

Explore Opportunities Tailored to You

Our internships are designed to cater to a wide range of interests. Whether you’re studying engineering, construction management, business, or a related field, there’s a place for you here.

Project Management

Learn the ropes of managing complex projects, from planning and scheduling to execution and client communication.

Safety

Gain insights into the vital role of workplace safety by working alongside our dedicated safety team.

Pre-Construction & Estimating

Fine-tune your analytical skills by assisting with cost estimation and pre-construction planning.

Business Operations

Interns interested in business roles can contribute to areas like operations, marketing, finance, or HR, gaining a well-rounded understanding of how a company operates.

Hear from Our Interns

Don’t just take our word for it. Hear from students who have walked in your shoes and thrived during their internships with O’Connell Electric.

“My intern experience at O’Connell has been great. Everyone was incredibly welcoming, and I loved working with the technical services group. This was a great opportunity to learn more about power systems, see the equipment up close, and get hands-on experience in the field with other engineers and electricians. Overall, this has been an invaluable experience for me and I’m grateful to have been intern at O’Connell.”
Emma Ferraro, Rochester Institute of TechnologyElectrical Engineering
“During my internship at O’Connell Electric, I had the chance to work with an incredibly experienced and supportive team who helped me develop strong communication and problem-solving skills. I learned how to operate efficiently in a fast-paced environment and gained valuable insight into the world of business and project management. I can’t thank the people at O’Connell Electric enough for the opportunity, this experience will benefit me in any career path I choose to pursue.”
Brandon Clark, University of Massachusetts DartmouthProject Management
“My internship at O’Connell has been an incredibly rewarding experience. From day one, I was welcomed by a team of talented and supportive individuals, especially within the procurement team. This role gave me hands-on experience with projects that matched my career goals in data forecasting, while also broadening my skills in related areas. For future interns, my advice is simple: don’t hesitate to ask questions and take full advantage of the opportunities here. You’ll learn a lot, grow professionally, and genuinely enjoy your time at O’Connell.”
Jaelyn Bickom, University of BuffaloProcurement/Supply Chain

Apply Today

Your career starts here. Join O’Connell Electric’s internship program for a chance to gain hands-on experience, grow your professional network, and launch your career in one of the nation’s most respected companies.

Explore our current internship openings now. Don’t wait to take the first step toward your future!

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternate method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact OCEHR@oconnellelectric.com or at (585) 924-2176 for assistance with an accommodation.