CenterPoint Energy

Civil Engineer Summer Intern

LocationHouston, TX
Job TypeInternship

About This Job


Date: Feb 20, 2025


Location: Houston, TX, US, 77002


Company: CenterPoint Energy

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 Civil Engineering Group consists of 3 sub-groups: Structural, Foundations, and Substation Site Improvement. The responsibilities include the scoping, tracking, managing, and completing all structural analysis/design, foundation design, and site improvement requests in support of the Transmission, Substation, Distribution, and Telecom Departments. The Substation site (grading and paving) improvement work in support of Substation Capital work can include expansion of existing subs, feasibility studies for purchasing property for new greenfield subs, and for the installation/replacement of major substation components such as transformers and breakers. The Structural group also reviews and approves fabricator structure drawings for fabrication, coordinates fabricated structure inspections, and reviews all requests for PCS (cell phone antenna) installations on our existing structures by performing structural analysis. The Foundations group in addition to designing foundations (for Transmission and Substation structures) evaluates existing foundations for increased load capacity and recommends augmentation or replacement.

Essential Functions

Assist engineers with a variety of projects
Update Access databases and Excel spreadsheets concerning project status
Provide project completion data to appropriate stakeholders

Education Description

Sophomore or Junior currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university, AutoCAD skill a plus


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
Transit subsidies
Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
Professional growth and development programs
401(k) Savings Plan



Job Type: Intern


Posting Start Date: 02/20/2025


Posting End Date: 03/07/2025


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.



Nearest Major Market: Houston


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