Intern - Business Systems

Business Systems Intern
Summer Internship Program Department: Information Technology
Reports To: IT Manager
Location: Houston, TX, with potential travel to project sites across Texas
Employment Type: Paid Summer Intern (10–12 Weeks)
With over 18 years of experience, Hays Electrical Services is a nationally recognized electrical contractor delivering high-quality, safe, and reliable electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and specialty markets. Licensed in multiple states and trusted by leading general contractors, Hays is built on a foundation of safety, excellence, drive, communication, and client focus.
Our Summer Internship Program gives students hands-on exposure to real projects, a dedicated mentor and supervisor, and the chance to build a defined deliverable presented to leadership at the end of the summer — with strong performers considered for full-time roles after graduation.
## Position Summary
The Business Systems Intern will support the IT team with administration and reporting across Hays' core business systems, including ERP and HRIS platforms. This role is hands-on and support-driven, giving the intern real exposure to how a growing electrical contractor manages the systems that run recruiting, project operations, and finance behind the scenes.
## Key Responsibilities
Systems Support & Administration
- Assist with configuration and administration of ERP/HRIS platforms (e.g., Sage, Workday, or similar).
- Support user account setup, access requests, and basic permissions troubleshooting.
- Help maintain system documentation, process guides, and SOPs.
Reporting & Data Support
- Build and maintain internal reports and dashboards for IT and business stakeholders.
- Assist with data cleanup, validation, and reconciliation across business systems.
Troubleshooting & Projects
- Help troubleshoot day-to-day system issues and document recurring problems and fixes.
- Support integration testing between systems during upgrades or rollouts.
- Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) for active IT projects.

Qualifications & Skills

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems or a related field; rising junior or senior preferred
- Basic understanding of business systems or ERP concepts
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable learning new software platforms quickly
- Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

- Exposure to ERP platforms such as Sage, Workday, or NetSuite
- Basic SQL or data query experience
- Experience with helpdesk or ticketing systems

Internship Program Details

- Paid, 10–12 week summer program (early June – mid-August)
- Assigned supervisor for day-to-day work plus a separate mentor for informal guidance and support
- Company-wide orientation, weekly lunch-and-learns with department leaders, and a mid-summer check-in
- Capstone project presented to department and executive leadership in the final week
- Strong performers — particularly graduating seniors — will be considered for full-time offers

## Why Join Hays Electrical Services?
At Hays Electrical Services, you're joining a team that values professionalism, accountability, and growth. As part of our Summer Internship Program, you'll get real project exposure, direct mentorship, and a genuine look at what a career at Hays could look like.
Program Includes:
- Competitive paid internship wage
- Dedicated mentor and supervisor throughout the program
- Cross-department exposure through lunch-and-learns and cohort events
- Capstone project and final presentation to leadership
- Consideration for full-time employment upon graduation