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Intern - Electrical Estimator

ColonialWebb
Chesapeake, VA Intern
POSTED ON 12/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026


    

ColonialWebb is seeking an intern for the summer (start date flexible after exams end). Gain valuable industry experience and fast-track your construction engineering career! This paid internship will give you the opportunity to learn our business and develop professional skills necessary to succeed after graduation! 

We respect and take care of each other, work hard, grow revenues and make a reasonable profit, stay safe, and have some fun. Join our team and help us continue this culture by living the company’s core beliefs and delivering raving fan customer care.

As our Electrical Estimating Intern, you will shadow an Electrical Solutions Specialist and be an integral part of our procurement process. In this position, you will learn to use estimating and design software in a collaborative environment, to produce cost effective solutions for customers. You will use your engineering intelligence and strong analytical skills to help review project documents, develop estimating strategies, and understand the true costs of building a construction project!

This is a flexible role with full-time hours over the summer and part time hours when classes resume.

Who we are:

We are focused on our people, our culture and our business. We specialize in multiple trades and our teams do work in New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, Special Projects, and Manufacturing. We have been providing an array of services for our commercial customers for over 50 years.

Perks of joining ColonialWebb:

  • Competitive wages
  • Career development and progression
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee referral incentives

What you will do:

  • Assist and learn the estimating process for mechanical, plumbing, piping and sheet metal projects
  • Collect pre-bid information and perform take-offs
  • Produce cost estimates relative to project specifications of mechanical construction projections
  • Enter and interpret data for estimating and other preconstruction operations
  • Learn from and be challenged by talented industry experts
  • Analyze engineering designs and project documents
  • Gain knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications

What we are looking for:

  • Student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, or Computer Science (preferably someone entering junior or senior year)
  • Experience with drafting (preferred, but not required)
  • Desire to work hard, learn a ton, work with a team, and have fun
  • Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex engineering problems
  • Ability to manage customer relationships, perceptions and expectations
  • Ability to deal diplomatically with internal and external customers
  • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrate proficient computer skills, tech savviness, proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
  • Ability of maintaining a high energy level to handle our dynamic, fast-paced workload
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and willing to travel to meet customers/vendors within territory

Apply online: www.ColonialWebb.com/careers.

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We are an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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