Intern Design Engineering

About the role

NiSource is currently seeking a Summer Design Engineering Intern. Successful applicants will become integral members of the department while learning within a team environment, completing meaningful tasks and collaborating with team members and leaders on important projects. This position will be a great opportunity for candidates desiring to launch their career in the field. Successful applicants will build professional relationships with other interns and all levels of NiSource personnel while participating in rewarding professional development exercises and team-building activities. Interns will obtain a broad overview of NiSource's operations and current events in the utilities industry.

Schedule

This is a 12-week summer internship program starting in May 2027. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the reporting location in Columbus, OH, to be eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering staff with projects to meet various utility facility needs
• Evaluate, design, estimate, and provide project management of electric and gas facilities at various levels of complexity
• Collect and analyze data and review records
• Create job order sketches using AutoCAD
• Perform field measurements
• Assemble data to create job order estimates

Requirements

• Current student in an ABET-accredited, four-year engineering program
• Ability to express technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills for communication with internal and external customers
• Willingness to remain flexible in various work assignments
• Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study
• Ability to work 40 hours per week
• Proficiency with PC applications; strong skills with AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel & Access
• Proven communication skills
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel & Access

Pay

The salary range for this position is $18.80 – $31.70 per hour. The salary offered is based on several factors including the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, relevant experience, and internal pay equity.