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Electrical Engineering Intern (Power Substation)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Atlanta

AI generated summary

  • You must pursue a bachelor's in electrical engineering, have a 2.75 GPA, relevant coursework, communication skills, and be authorized to work in the U.S. Passing FE/EIT is a plus.
  • You will design utility substations, create diagrams, perform calculations, assist with QA/QC checks, and support engineers in physical and protection/control design tasks.

Requirements

  • Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in electrical 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
  • Minimum of a 2.75 GPA
  • Successful completion of junior-level courses in power systems analysis and or power system protection is a plus
  • Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills will be critical for completing tasks
  • Prior internship and or related engineering experience is a plus
  • Students who have passed or are scheduled to take the FE/EIT exam will be strongly considered for this position
  • Familiarity with design, drafting, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, SOLIDWORKS, AUTOCAD, etc., and Microsoft Excel is beneficial

Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities will include detailed design of low to extra-high voltage utility substations, including one-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation layout, etc. The position may also include performing design calculations in accordance with industry standards such as IEEE, NEC, NESC, etc., assisting senior engineers with QA/QC design checks, and assisting design engineers with design efforts for electric utility substation physical and protection/control design.

FAQs

What type of degree is required for the Electrical Engineering Intern position?

A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required.

What are the primary responsibilities of the intern?

The intern will be involved in utility substation design, including creating one-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, and aiding in design calculations, among other tasks.

Is prior internship experience necessary for this role?

Prior internship and/or related engineering experience is considered a plus but not strictly necessary.

What software skills are beneficial for this position?

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

Will the intern engage in professional development sessions?

Yes, the intern will participate in professional development sessions focused on resume writing, interview tips, and building a LinkedIn profile.

What is the minimum GPA requirement for applicants?

A minimum GPA of 2.75 is desired.

Are candidates required to have work authorization in the U.S.?

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

What kind of activities does the company offer to its interns?

The company offers activities such as the Early Talent Speaker Series, Fun Friday activities, and networking opportunities.

Is there any consideration for students who have passed the FE/EIT exam?

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

What is the company culture like at POWER Engineers?

POWER Engineers promotes a fun and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth, innovation, and teamwork.

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.)