CORE Transformers is hiring a Business Solutions Intern to work across the business as a technical problem-solver and systems thinker—helping teams turn ideas into working solutions. If you’re a Clemson student looking for more than a coffee-fetching internship, this one’s worth a read. You’ll be working alongside experienced operators, and leaving with the kind of resume that turns heads: hands-on systems work at a PE-backed company in one of the hottest sectors in infrastructure right now. If that sounds like your kind of summer, read on.
CORE is an electrical infrastructure company specializing in transformers, a critical component powering AI data centers, large-scale construction, and the modernization of the US power grid. In an industry known for long lead times, we quote in minutes and ship the same day, backed by over 1,000 units in stock and a product design that outperforms major OEMs.
We were founded by the entrepreneurs behind Sunbelt and Maddox Industrial Transformers, two of the most recognized names in the transformer industry. The team combines deep industry experience with a modern, high-growth operating mindset.
We’re scaling quickly, adding new team members regularly, and building systems and processes in real time. This is an opportunity to step into that environment early in your career and contribute meaningfully.
Your Mission
This role exists at the intersection of business and technology.
Every team at CORE has ideas for how to work better—automations, tools, reports, systems—but not always the technical context or bandwidth to bring them to life. That’s where you come in.
You’ll act as a technical partner to the business: understanding problems, designing solutions, and helping implement them. Sometimes that means configuring software. Sometimes it means sitting with a team, asking the right questions, and turning their workflow into something more efficient. If you know how to write code, even better.
You’re not expected to know everything. You are expected to figure things out.
What You’ll Be Doing
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME), sounding board, and solution partner for teams across the business, helping less-technical stakeholders use technology to accomplish their goals
Work on real business problems from start to finish: gathering requirements, proposing solutions, and helping implement them
Design and implement technical solutions across software, systems, and occasionally hardware
Support and administer enterprise platforms such as ERP systems, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Entra, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and others
Build lightweight tools, scripts, automations, or small applications to improve workflows and eliminate manual work
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners (MSPs, consultants, vendors) to move projects forward
Assist with procurement, setup, and maintenance of company technology (computers, networking, office equipment, etc.)
Observe how teams operate, identify inefficiencies, and propose improvements backed by clear reasoning
A Day in the Life
You might start your day helping a team troubleshoot an issue in a system they rely on, translating what they’re experiencing into something actionable.
Later, you’re working on an automation—maybe a script or workflow—that eliminates a repetitive manual task.
In the afternoon, you sit with a stakeholder to understand a problem they’re trying to solve. You ask questions, map out the process, and sketch a solution that combines tools, systems, and a bit of creativity.
Every day is different. The common thread is solving problems that matter to the business.
Who You Are
- You’re interested in both technology and business outcomes, not just one or the other
- You’re naturally curious and like figuring out how things work
- You enjoy solving problems, especially when the solution has a real-world impact
- You’re comfortable being a beginner—but not staying stuck there
- You can break down complex ideas and explain them clearly to others
- You take ownership of your work and follow through
- You’re excited by the idea of improving how a company operates, even in small ways
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field
- Available to work on-site in Clemson, SC full-time during the summer and at least 16 hours per week during the semester
Bonus Points If You Have…
- Experience with coding, scripting, or automation (Python, JavaScript, etc.)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or similar)
- Exposure to business systems (ERP, CRM, BI tools, etc.)
- Experience using AI tools in practical or creative ways
- Interest in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial businesses
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience working on real business problems
- Exposure to a wide range of technology domains: software, data, systems, infrastructure, and more
- Experience working cross-functionally with teams across the company
- A strong foundation in how businesses actually operate, and how technology supports them
- The opportunity to develop into a full-time role over time
Schedule & Location
- This is an on-site role based in Clemson, SC.
- Summer: full-time (40 hours/week)
- During the semester: minimum 16 hours/week
Compensation
Hourly at $18-22/hour, depending on factors including candidate’s degree program relevance to requirements and degree progress
Working With Us
We started 2026 with around 30 people and we’ve been adding new team members every month since. The energy that comes with that kind of growth is real. You can feel it. There’s a genuine spirit of being in it together, and enough momentum that you can actually shape things from where you sit.
The people who thrive here are strong at their jobs and good to the people around them. They listen. They lift. They give credit. They don’t need to be the loudest voice in the room, but they make the room better.
If you’re looking for a place that moves fast, wins together, and actually invests in the people doing the work, come talk to us.
How to Apply
Attach your resume and include a short note in the cover letter field, a few sentences on why this role appeals to you, and why you’d be a strong fit.
For major bonus points: include the word sassafras somewhere in your cover letter comments. It’s how we know you read all the way to the end—and honestly, we think people who do that tend to be the right kind of people.
