Hays Electrical Services

Intern - Business Systems

Houston - Internship



Business Systems Intern
Summer Internship Program
Department: Information Technology
Reports To: IT 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.

Position Summary

The Business Systems Intern will support the IT team with administration and reporting across Hays' core business systems, including ERP and HRIS platforms. This role is hands-on and support-driven, giving the intern real exposure to how a growing electrical contractor manages the systems that run recruiting, project operations, and finance behind the scenes.

Key Responsibilities

Systems Support & Administration
  • Assist with configuration and administration of ERP/HRIS platforms (e.g., Sage, Workday, or similar).
  • Support user account setup, access requests, and basic permissions troubleshooting.
  • Help maintain system documentation, process guides, and SOPs.
Reporting & Data Support
  • Build and maintain internal reports and dashboards for IT and business stakeholders.
  • Assist with data cleanup, validation, and reconciliation across business systems.
Troubleshooting & Projects
  • Help troubleshoot day-to-day system issues and document recurring problems and fixes.
  • Support integration testing between systems during upgrades or rollouts.
  • Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) for active IT projects.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems or a related field; rising junior or senior preferred
  • Basic understanding of business systems or ERP concepts
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable learning new software platforms quickly
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

  • Exposure to ERP platforms such as Sage, Workday, or NetSuite
  • Basic SQL or data query experience
  • Experience with helpdesk or ticketing systems

Internship Program Details

  • 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

Why Join Hays Electrical Services?

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

 
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