Program Background
Hatzel & Buehler, Inc. Internship Program is designed to introduce students to the wide range of career opportunities within the electrical construction industry. Since its inception, the program has consistently supported students in developing professional skills, building workplace relationships, and gaining meaningful, hands-on experience.
Program participants have gone on to achieve significant post-internship success, including acceptance into local IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) apprenticeship programs and securing full-time employment within the industry.
Program Overview
Join our team for a hands-on 12-week internship where you’ll gain real-world experience in branch-level accounting for one of the nation’s leading electrical construction firms. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals on live projects, building practical skills from day one.
Key Responsibilities
- Support job setup, cost tracking, and closure processes.
- Assist with daily functions in an office environment.
- Take notes and memos during meetings; type documents, drafts, and reports; sort and manage files.
- Receive guidance, training, and mentoring from professional personnel in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
- Assist in preparing information and research materials; create and maintain reports or presentations.
- Run and analyze job cost reports and budget vs. actual variances.
- Assist with Purchasing, Accounts Payable, AR notes, and billing for and work orders.
- Interpret cost/profit loss reports and percent complete methodology.
- Assist with month-end close.
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a certificate of completion in Accounting, or related field.
- Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with accounting software a plus.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Through this experience, you will build a strong foundation in both technical and professional competencies while gaining insight into potential long-term career paths within the organization and industry.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
HATZEL & BUEHLER provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HATZEL & BUEHLER complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. HATZEL & BUEHLER expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of HATZEL & BUEHLER’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.
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