Electric Resilience Fall Co-op

Houston · On-site

About this role

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. 

 

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people. 

 

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve. 

 

Job Summary

The Substation Construction Intern/Co-op will gain hands-on experience supporting the planning and execution of electric substation capital projects. The position will work alongside construction professionals and gain exposure to project coordination, field construction, safety, quality, scheduling, and project closeout.

Essential Functions

  • Support Project Coordinators and Supervisors with substation construction projects.
  • Assist with tracking project schedules, milestones, materials, and construction activities.
  • Maintain project documentation, reports, drawings, and construction records.
  • Participate in project meetings, field visits, and construction progress reviews.
  • Coordinate with Construction, Engineering, Operations, contractors, inspectors, and other project stakeholders.

Education Description

  • Currently enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA

Experience

  • No experience required
  • Must have a valid/current driver’s license

 

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together. 

 

What we bring to you

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid training
  • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
  • Transit subsidies
  • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
  • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
  • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

 

Job Type: Intern 
Posting Start Date: 08/18/2026
Posting End Date: 08/25/2026


This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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Company at a glance

CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (NYSE: CNP) is a multi-state electric and natural gas delivery company serving approximately 7 million metered customers across Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio, and Texas. The company is headquartered in Houston and is the only Texas-domiciled investor-owned utility. As of December 31, 2024, the company had approximately $44 billion in assets. With approximately 8,300 employees, CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been serving customers for more than 150 years. For more information, visit CenterPointEnergy.com.

Workforce Diversity

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce. At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

We foster

  • a culture that considers different backgrounds and viewpoints as competitive advantages,
  • an environment with opportunities for professional development; and
  • respect for each other, our customers and business partners

For more information, visit https://careers.centerpointenergy.com/

Community Guidelines

CenterPoint Energy is committed to our core values of safety, integrity, accountability, initiative, and respect for our customers, investors, employees and communities. With that in mind, we invite and encourage respectful, courteous and thoughtful comments and discussions on our social media pages that are on-topic and relevant.

Comments that harass, threaten, offend, defame, mislead or contain false information will be hidden or removed at our discretion. Individuals who violate these guidelines will be blocked from posting to our Linkedin page.

Founded1866
Team Size5,001-10,000 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryUtilities
Location
Houston, Texas, United States

Top Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid training
  • Transit subsidies
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • Fitness club discounts
  • On-site wellness center
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) Savings Plan

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