Thermal Engineering Intern

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

This is an internship position in which you will support and gain knowledge and experience of the entire project execution team (Project Management, Project Controls, Construction, Engineering, & Shipping/Logistics departments).This will be a rotational program, spending predetermined periods of time supporting all departments with day-to-day tasks assigned by each department's designee. This position will work within nVent's Thermal business unit located in nVent's corporate office In Houston, TX in the Energy Corridor.

Key roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist Project Controls with project set up, internal change order processing, and project closeouts through the use of key software such as SharePoint, SAP, and Primavera P6.

• Assist Project Management with creating entering change orders, preparing weekly construction progress documents (including EVM), and preparing material requisitions.

• Assist Construction Department with updating weekly Safety Orientation log i.e., Drug tests, backgrounds, jobsite requirements...etc, as well as coordination of crew mobilizations and some site visits.

• Assist Engineering with reviewing and updating documentation, reviewing project data for trends, and preparing packages for issuance.

• Assist Shipping/Logistics with general process review and documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be in the process of obtaining a Technical Bachelor's degree from an accredited university. Completion of the junior year is preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Experience/coursework in project estimating; project management / coordination; planning, scheduling & cost control; or finance is preferred

• Knowledge of Primavera P6 or any other scheduling software is preferred

• Experience with SAP or other ERP system would be an asset.

• Knowledge of general electrical projects would be a definite asset.

• Candidates applying for nVent's Co-Op and Internship Program must have current work authorization and be legally authorized to work in the U.S. nVent does not provide work authorization sponsorship.

What You Will Experience in this Position

Your experience as an Intern goes beyond the day-to-day of your role. In addition to the support of your manager, you can expect to grow and develop through exposure to leadership, engaging in development opportunities, and networking with other early career professionals.

• Training & Development: Training and development is provided throughout your internship through on-the-job experiences and structured learning opportunities, fostering the development of business acumen and leadership skills at a global organization.

• Community: Join a community of other early career professionals as you launch your career. A peer-led committee helps to organize social, professional and service-related activities and events for interns and early career professionals. You will also be invited to join our Employee Resource Groups (ERG's) which offer special events, networking, professional development and volunteer opportunities throughout the year to promote inclusion and respect and to help us embrace our diversity.

• Mentorship & Networking:

• Build a network of peers, managers and senior leaders to support your career path and aid your growth. Gain exposure to nVent professionals at every level who will act as formal and informal mentors during your internship.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • At nVent, we believe safer systems ensure a more secure world. We connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high-performance products and solutions for mission-critical equipment, buildings and essential processes. Our solutions are helping build a more sustainable and electrified world.

  • We are a $3.3B company with a dedicated team of more than 11,000 employees around the globe. Our comprehensive portfolio of enclosures, electrical and fastening, and thermal management solutions dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, RAYCHEM and SCHROFF.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.