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Electrical Engineering Intern (Power Substation)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • Billings

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing a BS in electrical engineering, have a 2.75 GPA, good communication skills, and interest in consulting; familiarity with engineering software is a plus.
  • You will design utility substations, create diagrams, perform design calculations, assist with QA/QC checks, and support engineers on protection/control design tasks.

Requirements

  • Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology from an 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 system analysis and/or power system protection is a plus.
  • Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills will be critical for the successful completion of 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, MICROSTATION, etc. as well as Microsoft Excel is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • POWER Engineers is seeking a talented electrical engineering student for a summer 2025 internship in our Billings, Montana office. Under the guidance of multiple experienced engineers, the successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of utility substation design. Responsibilities will include detailed design of low to extra-high-voltage utility substations to include 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 is the duration of the internship?

The internship is specifically for the summer of 2025.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in the Billings, Montana office of POWER Engineers.

What type of projects will the intern be involved in?

The intern will be involved in all aspects of utility substation design, including detailed design of low to extra-high-voltage utility substations, control and relaying schematics, and more.

Are there any educational requirements for the internship?

Yes, candidates must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology from an accredited university.

What GPA is required to apply for the internship?

A minimum GPA of 2.75 is desired for applicants.

Is prior experience in the field necessary?

While prior internship and/or related engineering experience is a plus, it is not a strict requirement.

What skills are important for successful candidates?

Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills are critical for the successful completion of tasks.

Will interns have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, interns will participate in professional development sessions, including resume writing and interview tips, as well as networking activities.

Is legal work authorization required for the position?

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

Are there any specific software skills that would be beneficial for the internship?

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

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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.)