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Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering Intern (Overhead Transmission Line Design)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Richmond

AI generated summary

  • You must pursue a bachelor’s in civil/structural engineering from an ABET-accredited university, have strong communication skills, and be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • You will learn to design overhead transmission lines and substations while participating in professional development sessions and networking activities with experienced staff and fellow interns.

Requirements

  • Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited university
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Candidate is interested in consulting engineering and the electric utility industry
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Under the guidance of experienced staff, the successful candidate will learn to design overhead transmission line and substation structures, foundations, and their related facilities.
  • In addition to working under the guidance of experienced team members, the selected intern will also participate in sessions designed to develop your skills and provide networking opportunities.
  • Professional Development sessions focused on resume writing, interview tips, building a LinkedIn profile, and more.
  • Early Talent Speaker Series where leaders speak to interns about their role, their vision for the company, and their career path, offer career advice, and a Q&A session.
  • Fun Friday activities where interns company-wide join to network and have some fun while doing it.

FAQs

What is the location of the internship?

The internship is located in Richmond, Virginia.

What type of engineering students are eligible for this internship?

Candidates pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering from an ABET-accredited university are eligible.

What is the primary focus of this internship?

The primary focus of the internship is to design overhead transmission line and substation structures, foundations, and their related facilities.

Are there any workshops or sessions included in the internship?

Yes, the internship includes Professional Development sessions, the Early Talent Speaker Series, and Fun Friday activities for networking and skill development.

What software skills are beneficial for this internship?

Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, and SharePoint is beneficial.

Is prior internship experience required for this position?

Prior internship and/or related designing, drafting, or engineering experience is a plus, but not a strict requirement.

Do candidates need to be authorized to work in the U.S.?

Yes, candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship.

Are there any specific coursework requirements?

Ideal coursework includes structural analysis, concrete, steel, soils, foundations, and surveying.

Will students who have passed or scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam have an advantage?

Yes, candidates who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam will be strongly considered for this position.

What is the company philosophy at POWER Engineers?

The company philosophy at POWER Engineers is to "Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success."

Nearly 4,000 engineering and environmental experts doing good, having fun, and building success with and for our clients

Engineering & Construction
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1976
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

POWER Engineers is a global consulting engineering firm specializing in the delivery of integrated solutions for energy, food and beverage, facilities, communications, environmental, and federal markets. POWER Engineers offers complete multidiscipline engineering, architecture, and program management services. Founded in 1976, it is an employee-owned company with nearly 4,000 employees and over 45 offices across North America. For more information, please visit www.powereng.com or check out our Life pages! (All POWER jobs must be applied for directly on our website at www.powereng.com/careers. All correspondence regarding job offers and interviews will come from powereng.com email addresses.)