Human Resources Intern - Summer 2026

Overview

Looking for an exciting way to spend your summer while gaining real-world experience? Join Egan Company as a Human Resources Intern for Summer 2026!

We�re seeking a motivated intern to help our new tradespeople get from "hired" to "on-site" for two major solar energy projects ramping up this summer. This is a 100% in-office role based at our Champlin, MN location, offering you a front-row seat to how our HR team works together to support people, culture, and business operations.

To stay in sync with the solar project teams, this role follows a schedule of 7:00am�3:30pm, Monday through Friday, giving you a head start on the day and time to enjoy the afternoon.

As an intern, you�ll also participate in our Summer Internship Program, where you�ll engage in our events including:

• Jobsite Ride-Along: Visit job sites to see our projects, trades professionals, and safety culture in action.
• Insights Discovery Workshop: Learn about your professional style and how to work effectively with others.
• Networking: Learn from leaders as part of our �Coffee and Career Conversations" event and be paired with an early career mentor as part of our �Intern Connect� program.

Our internship program lasts 12 weeks, with flexible start and end dates to meet the needs of your school and extracurricular schedule.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to new solar project hires by phone and email to walk them through their next steps and answer any questions to ensure a smooth new-hire experience.
• Coordinate and track pre-employment drug testing; monitor results closely to ensure candidates are cleared for work as quickly as possible.
• Update project hiring tracking sheets daily. Once a worker is cleared, proactively notify the project team and the new hire to confirm their start date.
• Review Form I-9s for accuracy and enter them into E-Verify.
• Maintain electronic files for all drug test results and I-9 documentation.
• Process employee paperwork and set up new employees in the payroll system by the end of the day they are hired.
• Prepare physical orientation materials by assembling and binding orientation booklets.
• Partner with the payroll team to assist with special projects and tasks related to prevailing wage requirements, as needed
• Assist with the coordination and facilitation of new-hire orientation for field employees on non-solar projects, as needed.
• Assist the HR team with other special projects and tasks, as needed.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a four-year undergraduate program in Human Resources or related field (i.e. business).
• 3.0 GPA or higher given priority consideration.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be comfortable and professional when speaking to others by phone and email.
• Self-motivated with strong integrity and ethics.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy while handling large volumes of data and sensitive paperwork.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in and meet deadlines to help ensure hiring and labor needs are met and manage multiple priorities at one time.
• Must demonstrate the ability to handle sensitive employee information with discretion and in accordance with privacy laws.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Sheets, Docs, Slides).
• Knowledge of the construction industry and labor unions is preferred, but not required.

Working Conditions

• Performance of duties will mostly be in an office environment.
• While primarily office-based, participation in jobsite ride-alongs involves exposure to outdoor construction environments and weather conditions (standard PPE will be provided).

Benefits, Perks and Pay Beyond the Industry Standard

Egan is committed to providing a workplace that helps you thrive both personally and professionally.

• Well-being: you�re offered comprehensive mental healthcare and support for you and your family
• Professional Development: we support your learning and career growth by offering regular learning and development opportunities both on the job and as part of the summer internship program.
• Community Involvement: our �Beyond the Jobsite� program supports causes in the communities in which we live and work through regular volunteer events to connect with each other and help those in need
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST): accrue paid leave that can be used for certain reasons related to sickness and safety

This internship provides a valuable learning experience and the opportunity to gain practical skills and experience. Please note that this is a temporary position and does not include company-sponsored benefits, like health insurance.

Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour

Strong Culture Built on Values and Keeping Promises

At Egan, you�ll be part of a team that shares a passion for redefining the industry by setting a new standard of customer care. Together, we'll promote teamwork, embrace innovation, act with integrity, pursue growth, and prioritize safety. You�ll have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to providing the growth and success you're looking for, both for yourself and for the customers you serve. You�ll love being part of success shaped by the strength of our team, which is enhanced by:

• Solid history as a legacy leader in specialty contracting and system integration for over 80 years
• Private ownership and operations by employees who work in the company (not a holding company or private equity firm)
• Engaging leadership who prioritizes your safety, your development, and your impact
• A proven track record of employee retention and loyalty

From general contractors and architects to building owners and facility engineers, Egan collaborates throughout the entire construction or project process with the shared goal of maintaining best-in-class relationships with our internal teams, customers, and business partners. At over 1,000 employees occupying our offices and work sites, we aim to ensure every project is done with quality craftsmanship, integrity, and an aggressive commitment to safety. In fact, we�re proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies for recurring years.

Application Instructions and Employment Practices

Egan Company will not discriminate against or harass any employee or application for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, familial status, local human rights commission activity, or status with regard to public assistance.

We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should email [email protected].

Creating and maintaining a safe and drug-free working environment is important to all of us. Employment with Egan requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. We also participate in E-Verify.

Egan reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. Any resume submitted to any employee of Egan without a prior signed search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Egan.

No agency emails, calls, or solicitations will be accepted without a valid agreement.