Substation Electrical Engineer Intern - Grid (Summer 2027)

Target start date: summer 2027.

About the role

As a Substation Engineer Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team in our Grid business unit and assist the engineering team members in the execution of their project work. These projects may involve the design of new and/or modifications and upgrades to transmission, substation, distribution, renewable, and battery energy storage system engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of engineering calculations, specifications, and designs.
• Work on a variety of tasks associated with project reporting, such as tracking and evaluating project activities, project progress, and associated data.
• Be involved in power designs and the preparation of specifications for the procurement of major electrical power equipment and related installation services.
• Utilize and expand your academic background in engineering in one or more of the following areas:
  • Power system design and analysis
  • Preparation of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
  • Application of automation and AI tools to improve workflows and deliver cost-effective designs

Requirements

• Active enrollment in a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree with a strong preference in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace, or Chemical Engineering.
• Coursework including Coding, 3D Modeling/Design, and experience using agentic AI.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models with the ability to visualize parts in 3D without the aid of a computer.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Self-starter, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions, and meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a BS, MS, or equivalent degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program (valued but not required).
• Familiarity in designing or developing AI applications and/or agents (valued but not required).
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community (valued but not required).
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior, related internship or co-op experience (valued but not required).
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation (valued but not required).
• Additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields (valued but not required).

Skills

• Problem-solving using modern tools such as automation and AI.
• Engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Building or using automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness:
  • Comprehensive health plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
• Work-Life Balance:
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements

Pay

Compensation range: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour. The total compensation package includes a base salary or hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.