Operations & Supply Chain Intern
Republic Electric Co: Rep for the Future Intern Program
Summer 2026 Operations and Supply Chain Internship Program Overview
The Rep for the Future Intern Program at Republic Electric Co is a 12-week summer internship designed to give college students hands-on experience in the HVAC and electrical distribution industry. This program provides real-world learning, meaningful projects, and exposure to multiple areas of the business while working alongside experienced professionals at our Peoria, IL location.
Republic Electric Co is a Midwest HVAC and electrical distributor with ten locations across the region. While we continue to grow, we maintain a small-company, team-oriented atmosphere where employees are encouraged to learn, contribute, and build long-term careers. Many of our interns go on to pursue full-time opportunities with Republic after graduation.
Program Dates
- Orientation: May 18, 2026
- Internship Start Date: May 18, 2026
- Internship End Date: August 7, 2026
- Program Length: 12 weeks
- Location: Republic Electric Co – Peoria, IL
- Work Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week (part-time schedules can be approved based on student availability)
- Work Format: On-site
Eligibility Requirements
To participate in the Rep for the Future Intern Program, applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in a college or university
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be authorized to work in the United States
- Have reliable transportation to the Peoria, IL location
- Be available to work during the summer internship dates
Students from any major or career path are encouraged to apply.
Internship Opportunities
Interns will be placed in one primary department for the duration of the program and will be assigned a manager/mentor who will provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout the summer.
Available internship areas include:
Operations & Supply Chain Intern
- Gain experience in warehouse, logistics, and distribution operations
- Assist with inventory, shipping, receiving, and process improvement
- Learn the product supply chain from vendor to business to customer
- Participate in intern project and final presentation
Pay & Program Details
- Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
- Status: Temporary / Summer Internship
- Overtime: Not permitted unless approved in advance
- Benefits: Company swag, real life work experience and great relationships and career connections!
- Mileage reimbursement may be provided for approved travel outside the local area
- Interns may participate in company events, training sessions, and lunch-and-learn meetings when available
Successful interns may be considered for future employment opportunities with Republic Electric Co.
Program Expectations
Interns are expected to treat this experience as a professional work opportunity.
Program requirements include:
- Attendance at Intern Orientation on May 18, 2026
- Consistent attendance and punctuality
- Weekly check-ins with assigned manager/mentor
- Completion of an assigned intern project during the program
- Final presentation to Republic senior leadership at the end of the internship
- Professional behavior and communication at all times
- Dress code: Business casual (jeans permitted on Fridays)
- Completion of the full 12-week program to receive a Certificate of Completion
Intern Project & Final Presentation
Each intern will complete a summer project related to their department.
The project will allow interns to apply what they have learned and present ideas that add value to the company.
At the end of the program, interns will present their project to the Senior Leadership Team.
Details about project requirements and presentation expectations will be provided during orientation.
Program Goal
The goal of the Rep for the Future Intern Program is to:
- Provide meaningful, real-world experience
- Introduce students to careers in distribution, sales, marketing, and operations
- Help students build professional skills and confidence
- Identify future talent for Republic Electric Co
We are excited to welcome the next generation of professionals to Republic.
Republic Electric Co: Rep for the Future Intern Program
Summer 2026 Operations and Supply Chain Internship Program Overview
The Rep for the Future Intern Program at Republic Electric Co is a 12-week summer internship designed to give college students hands-on experience in the HVAC and electrical distribution industry. This program provides real-world learning, meaningful projects, and exposure to multiple areas of the business while working alongside experienced professionals at our Peoria, IL location.
Republic Electric Co is a Midwest HVAC and electrical distributor with ten locations across the region. While we continue to grow, we maintain a small-company, team-oriented atmosphere where employees are encouraged to learn, contribute, and build long-term careers. Many of our interns go on to pursue full-time opportunities with Republic after graduation.
Program Dates
- Orientation: May 18, 2026
- Internship Start Date: May 18, 2026
- Internship End Date: August 7, 2026
- Program Length: 12 weeks
- Location: Republic Electric Co – Peoria, IL
- Work Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week (part-time schedules can be approved based on student availability)
- Work Format: On-site
Eligibility Requirements
To participate in the Rep for the Future Intern Program, applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in a college or university
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be authorized to work in the United States
- Have reliable transportation to the Peoria, IL location
- Be available to work during the summer internship dates
Students from any major or career path are encouraged to apply.
Internship Opportunities
Interns will be placed in one primary department for the duration of the program and will be assigned a manager/mentor who will provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout the summer.
Available internship areas include:
Operations & Supply Chain Intern
- Gain experience in warehouse, logistics, and distribution operations
- Assist with inventory, shipping, receiving, and process improvement
- Learn the product supply chain from vendor to business to customer
- Participate in intern project and final presentation
Pay & Program Details
- Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour
- Status: Temporary / Summer Internship
- Overtime: Not permitted unless approved in advance
- Benefits: Company swag, real life work experience and great relationships and career connections!
- Mileage reimbursement may be provided for approved travel outside the local area
- Interns may participate in company events, training sessions, and lunch-and-learn meetings when available
Successful interns may be considered for future employment opportunities with Republic Electric Co.
Program Expectations
Interns are expected to treat this experience as a professional work opportunity.
Program requirements include:
- Attendance at Intern Orientation on May 18, 2026
- Consistent attendance and punctuality
- Weekly check-ins with assigned manager/mentor
- Completion of an assigned intern project during the program
- Final presentation to Republic senior leadership at the end of the internship
- Professional behavior and communication at all times
- Dress code: Business casual (jeans permitted on Fridays)
- Completion of the full 12-week program to receive a Certificate of Completion
Intern Project & Final Presentation
Each intern will complete a summer project related to their department.
The project will allow interns to apply what they have learned and present ideas that add value to the company.
At the end of the program, interns will present their project to the Senior Leadership Team.
Details about project requirements and presentation expectations will be provided during orientation.
Program Goal
The goal of the Rep for the Future Intern Program is to:
- Provide meaningful, real-world experience
- Introduce students to careers in distribution, sales, marketing, and operations
- Help students build professional skills and confidence
- Identify future talent for Republic Electric Co
We are excited to welcome the next generation of professionals to Republic.