Intern Engineering

About the role

NiSource is currently seeking a Summer 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 fun, 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, for students entering their junior or senior year in fall 2027. The role is based in York, PA. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the reporting location to be eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assist and be under the guidance of other engineering staff working on 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 of an ABET accredited, four-year engineering program
• Ability to express technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills effective in communication with internal and external customers
• Quick learner willing to remain flexible in various work assignments
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study
• Ability to work 40 hrs/week
• Proficiency with PC applications; strong skills with AutoCad and MS Excel & Access
• Proven communication skills
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship

Physical Demands

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position. As a public utility, NiSource provides essential services to customers 24/7. Emergency needs can arise at various times throughout the year, including during storm season. Employees may be required to support emergency response efforts, which could include working outside normal hours or assisting with tasks outside of typical responsibilities.

Work Authorization

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Pay

$18.80 - $31.70