Electrical Engineering Intern (Distribution)

Electrical Engineering Intern (Distribution)

Location Syracuse

Job Code 16151

# of openings 1

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Electrical Engineering Internship (Power Distribution)

Do you desire to have an opportunity to expand your skills and teamwork? Looking for a company that will provide a great chance for real-world training and skill development? POWER Engineers can help you reach your career goals in an environment that promotes professional growth and encourages innovative ideas.

POWER Engineers is a 100% employee-owned engineering and environmental consulting firm. Our services range from power distribution, design, and generation to facilities, visualization, and much more.

Job Summary of Roles and Responsibilities

POWER Engineers is currently seeking a talented electrical engineering student for an internship. Under the guidance of multiple experienced engineers, the successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of utility distribution design. The position will involve data collection and assisting engineers with performing engineering consulting services in distribution line design, coordination, and material selection on Medium Voltage systems for a wide range of electric utility clients including co-ops, public utility districts, and investor-owned utilities, municipalities, and others. The successful candidate will prepare basic calculations, analyze systems using computer modeling, develop construction drawings, and document design self-checks of their work as part of POWER's quality process.

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. Those sessions include:

• 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, vision for the company, and 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.

Required Education/Experience

• Pursuit of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET-accredited university

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Computer literacy and the ability to learn new computer software efficiently

• Attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the U.S. without the need for work sponsorship

Desired Education/Experience

• Successful completion of junior-level courses in power system analysis and/or power system protection

• Familiarity with design, drafting, programming, or engineering software such as MATHCAD, Python, AUTOCAD, etc. as well as Microsoft Excel is beneficial

At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

You'll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You'll have the chance to positively impact society and the environment. And you'll find the support, coaching, and training it takes to advance your career.

Since we're employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work. And you'll find the support, coaching, and training it takes to advance your career.

Salary DOE: The pay range for this position is $22 - $26 per hour; however, base pay may be higher or lower depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This figure does not include additional compensation such as health benefits, vacation, 401k, etc.

EOE, including Disability/Vets

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