Electrical Intern Summer 2025

Gilbert, 5251 West 74th St., Edina, Minnesota, United States of America Req #1967
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Gilbert Mechanical, a Legence company
 
For more than 40 years, it has been Gilbert's mission to provide outstanding mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and fire protection services in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Today, Gilbert employs more than 200 people in the Twin Cities market, and its clients represent a diverse range of technical market sectors, with specialization in the healthcare industry. Our fun, open and innovative culture is supported by forward thinking industry leaders who are united in collaboration and the pursuit of breakthrough ideas. Gilbert’s philosophy includes mutual respect for all individuals, application of innovation and a rigorous serve-the-customer mentality. We create a culture of teaching and learning through cross mentoring that spans generations, disciplines, interests and talents. We strive to give each person exposure to the widest array of experiences possible to help them grow further and faster than they could anywhere else. 
 

Location: Edina, MN; Full-time, In-office

Gilbert Mechanical is looking for an Intern to gain experience with our team!  You will be exposed to and have opportunities to collaborate with various dynamic groups within Gilbert ranging from Estimating, Project Management, and Service.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist estimator in accurate Electrical cost estimates of labor and materials for new construction, tenant improvement, or maintenance projects. 
  • Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
  • Use estimating software, currently Accubid, to perform project takeoffs.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
  • Attend job walks, bid reviews, and meetings.
  • Assist Project Management team on current construction projects.

Opportunities and Benefits

  • Great resume builder for someone seeking Electrical construction experience, sustainability, leadership, and hands on experience.
  • Opportunity to be more closely connected with Gilbert clients, unique projects, and insights into complex construction projects.
  • Opportunity to learn about Electrical Engineering
  • Opportunity to collaborate with estimators, project engineers, project managers, electrical/mechanical engineers, and equipment.

Critical Competencies:

  • ORGANIZED: Sense of urgency with the ability to set priorities and build action plans to drive timely execution. Thorough, methodical, and result-oriented with great attention to detail.
  • PROBLEM-SOLVING: Able to identify patterns beyond noise or incomplete information by demonstrating a willingness to engage by asking questions and articulating relevant problem statements and drive toward logical conclusions and decision points. Attention to detail, able to segregate beliefs and assumptions from facts. Demonstrate strong judgment to turn information into insights, practical solutions, and decision-ready recommendations.
  • AGILE: Hands-on skills with the ability to shift back and forth from self-reliance and personal accountability to cross-group collaboration while making others successful along the way. Adaptable and willing to adjust style to audience, learn and grow with the company.
  • CUSTOMER SERVICE: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.  This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.  
  • WRITING: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. 
  • LISTENING: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.
  • COORDINATION: Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions. 


We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position. 
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About Legence

Legence, a Blackstone Portfolio Company, is North America’s leading, integrated provider of energy efficiency and sustainability solutions for the built environment. Legence improves the performance of buildings, making the spaces that shape our lives healthier and more sustainable. We specialize in helping clients decrease operating costs, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance occupant well-being and productivity. From advisory services and design to construction and ongoing maintenance, we offer a comprehensive suite of Stackable Solutions™ across the entire building lifecycle. With over a century of experience, we have the expertise to implement high-performing projects with unmatched outcomes, serving industry leaders in mission-critical and other essential sectors such as data centers, semiconductors, life sciences, healthcare, education, and more. 


Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare
: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug benefits, company-paid short term and long term disability, basic group life and AD&D, and mental wellness support through Spring Health.
Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan

 

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

 

Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.

 

Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations.  We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws. 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.
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  • Gilbert, 5251 West 74th St., Edina, Minnesota, United States of America