Electrical Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution, Substation (Vancouver)

Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to design, correct, and update engineering systems.
• Assist lead engineers with various project duties across market segments.
• Support the Transmission & Distribution group in planning and designing electrical transmission projects, including overhead and underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunications, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, and grid modernization.
• Perform filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, and PowerPoint presentation preparation.
• Respond to general inquiries and provide information.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.
• Present solutions to project concerns and research recommended solutions.
• Assist with ad‑hoc projects as assigned by managers.
• Comply with all company policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited program (ABET accreditation strongly preferred).
• Currently enrolled and in good standing in a post‑secondary education or technical certificate program.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (strongly preferred).
• Prior internship or related consulting experience (preferred).
• Active involvement in campus, community, or volunteer organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self‑motivated, eager learner with aptitude to grow within the field.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this internship ranges from $19.50 to $37.00, based on factors such as education, qualifications, prior experience, and work location.

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in the company’s 401(k) retirement program (subject to plan eligibility requirements).
• Sick leave accrued based on actual hours worked.

Schedule & Location

• Full‑time internship.
• Travel required: approximately 5 % of the time.
• Primary location: Vancouver, Washington, United States.