Electrical Engineer Internship Summer 2027 - Los Angeles, CA

About the role

PAE is seeking a motivated and inquisitive Electrical Engineering Intern to join our team in any one of our major office locations, including San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; New York, NY; Boston, MA; Denver, CO; Portland, OR; and Los Angeles, CA. PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality, leveraging the latest technologies to solve problems in unique ways, enabling buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to clients, communities, and the planet, embracing innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity. The 10 to 12 week paid internship program provides hands‑on experience in sustainable engineering design, with interns working directly as part of engineering and design teams on projects ranging from small retrofits to high‑profile Living Buildings.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Load Calculations/Block Loads
• EZ Power Crash Course
• Schematic Design Narratives
• NEC Review
• Renewable Energies
• Research PV, Wind, Fuel Cell technologies
• Layout/design/calculations of PV System
• Emerging Technologies (BIPV, level III car charge, CIGS PV, etc.)
• CAD and Revit
• General project timeline/overview
• Specifications
• Site Visits/Site Observation Reports
• Cost estimate review/preparation
• M/E coordination schedule

Requirements

• 3rd year undergraduate student preferred

Skills

• Desire to work in the Building Design industry
• Passionate about sustainable design solutions
• Effective communicator

Pay

Hourly base rate: $21.00 - $27.00

Schedule

10 to 12 week paid internship program.

Benefits

• Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
• Paid time off for sick leave, community service and holidays
• Opportunity to be involved in PAE Committees