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Electrical Student Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Construction & Surveying
    Engineering
  • Boston

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing an ABET/EAC Bachelor’s degree, possess strong communication skills, and have experience with engineering design software like Revit MEP or SKM Power Tools.
  • You will design electrical systems, prepare documentation, review shop drawings, and visit job sites to verify conditions and observe construction progress.

Requirements

  • Enrolled in and working toward an ABET/EAC Bachelor degree or equivalent program required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit MEP, SKM Power Tools) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Electrical design of lighting, power distribution and communication systems including fire alarm systems.
  • Preparation of documents and reports from concept design through advanced technical design documentation.
  • Assist in the review and markup of shop drawing submittals.
  • May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of an Electrical Student Intern at CannonDesign?

The main responsibility includes assisting in the electrical design of lighting, power distribution, and communication systems, as well as preparing design documents and reports under the direction of a licensed engineer.

Are there specific educational requirements for this internship?

Yes, candidates must be enrolled in and working toward an ABET/EAC Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent program.

What software experience is preferred for applicants?

Experience with engineering design programs such as Revit MEP and SKM Power Tools is preferred.

Do interns have the opportunity to visit job sites?

Yes, interns may visit job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress, which may involve physical walk-throughs of the site.

Is there an emphasis on communication skills for this role?

Yes, excellent verbal and written communication skills are required for this position.

What values does CannonDesign emphasize in its workplace culture?

CannonDesign focuses on equity, diversity, and inclusion and encourages transparency and communication among employees.

How can candidates apply for this internship?

Candidates must apply directly through CannonDesign's company Careers site and should provide their resume and portfolio when applying.

What is the internship's scope in terms of projects?

The internship may involve projects in various sectors, including Commercial, Education, Health, Science & Technology, and Sports & Recreation.

Does CannonDesign have a policy against discrimination?

Yes, CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Are there any mandatory requirements for employees upon hiring?

Yes, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes as part of their employment conditions.

We design solutions that help people continuously flourish. Living-Centered Design is how we do it.

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Employees
1945
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

As an integrated design firm, we do a lot of things. But at our core, we help people continuously flourish. We leverage the heart, passion and intelligence of our more than 1,000 creative thinkers to develop solutions for some of the greatest challenges facing our clients and society. Whether designing for equity in education, accessible healthcare, inclusive communities, new scientific discoveries or the “next big idea” in business, we partner with organizations to help them improve human life. We do this through a design approach we created called Living-Centered Design. Our approach realizes that to create a world where people continuously flourish, we must address the complex interdependencies that exist between people, businesses, communities, society and the environment.