Intern - Assistant Project Manager - Special Systems
Alterman is a 1250-person company and one of the premiere electrical contractors in Central and South Texas providing electrical construction on many of the region’s most impressive landmarks and contemporary structures. By integrating cutting-edge technologies with core values and disciplines, Alterman has successfully met the expanding needs of commercial and industrial clients.
Your Life at Alterman
During your internship at Alterman, you’ll have the chance to contribute to impactful projects that shape our communities. As a company where safety is our core value, you’ll be immersed in a culture that prioritizes the well-being of every team member while fostering innovation and collaboration. You’ll work in a dynamic environment where building relationships and striving for continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. This is more than just an internship—it’s an opportunity to grow, gain real-world experience, and make a difference with a company wired for excellence.
What We’re Looking For
• Must be a current student working toward a degree in Construction Management, Electrical
Engineering, or a related field
• Interest in project management, technology systems, and construction operations
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills
• Desire to learn how safety, quality, and efficiency are achieved in a real-world project environment
Your role as a APM Technologies Intern
This internship provides exposure to the full project management lifecycle within Alterman’s Technologies
Division, which includes low-voltage systems, data, and infrastructure. Interns will shadow and assist
project managers, estimators, and field leaders to gain a foundational understanding of how projects are
planned, executed, and delivered safely, on time, and on budget.
Duties and responsibilities may include:
• Assist with project documentation (submittals, RFIs, material tracking, job cost entries)
• Support coordination and preplanning by reviewing drawings and schedules
• Attend project meetings to observe team communication and coordination
• Learn to identify critical path activities and their impact on workflow
• Observe procurement, vendor coordination, and productivity tracking
• Participate in data and fiber system installations and jobsite safety reviews
• Maintain records for project progress, costs, and quality
• Engage in learning sessions on BICSI standards and project documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
• Undergrad Junior status or above
• Remain calm and focused in a constantly changing environment
• Ability to work within the hours of Monday through Friday between 7:00am-5:00pm
• Hours will vary and can be worked around course schedules.
Wage: Paid, competitive