STUDENT INTERN - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (TRANSMISSION) (HDQ)

About the role

This position is located at our Headquarters building in Bismarck, ND. This position is for the summer months of 2027 (approximately May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027). This is a temporary position that assists the Transmission Services section at headquarters. The incumbent must be available to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Physical and environmental demands include remaining stationary, moving about the office, occasional reaching below and above shoulder level, constant keyboard/computer use, bending, kneeling, lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds, finger dexterity, hand coordination, clear communication, developing plans, presenting information, working under stress, occasional exposure to dirt/dust, fumes, chemicals, extreme heat/cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, confined areas, possible respirator qualification, and approximately 20% travel by car or cooperative/commercial plane.

Responsibilities

• Assist with North American Electric Reliability Corporation/Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC/CIP) compliance.
• Assist engineering staff on project assignments.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of transmission system models.
• Conduct adequacy and reliability assessments of the transmission system.

Requirements

• Enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year Engineering Accreditation Commission/Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (EAC/ABET) electrical engineering program with Sophomore year completed; or recently completed a four-year EAC/ABET electrical engineering program.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of a 2.5 grade point average (GPA).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and organization skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel; and personal computers.
• Able to contribute to and work as part of a team.
• A valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Previous internship or relevant work experience.
• Additional certifications or coursework in field of study.

Skills

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Research and analytical thinking.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Data entry and recordkeeping.
• Team collaboration.
• Initiative and adaptability.
• Confidentiality and professionalism.
• Fieldwork or technical hands-on aptitude (where applicable).
• Compliance with safety procedures.

Pay

Wage: $26.50 per hour

Schedule

Summer 2027 (approximately May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027); must be available to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.