You should have a background in electrical engineering, strong analytical skills, and a passion for transmission and distribution systems. Relevant coursework or projects in this area is preferred.

You will assist in the design, analysis, and documentation of transmission and distribution projects, collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in electrical engineering tasks.

United States

Atlanta

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 Description 
 Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned. 
 Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market: 
 Transmission &amp; Distribution 
 The Transmission &amp; Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication &amp; network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more. 
 <ul>
 <li>Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, Power Point presentation.</li> 
 <li>Assist with responses to general questions.</li> 
 <li>Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data.</li> 
 <li>Present solutions to concerns.</li> 
 <li>Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems.</li> 
 <li>Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.</li> 
 <li>Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.</li> 
 <li>Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.</li> 
 <li>Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.</li> 
 <li>Performs other duties as assigned</li> 
 <li>Complies with all policies and standards</li> 
 </ul>
 Qualifications 
 <ul>
 <li>Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program.</li> 
 <li>Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department.</li> 
 <li>Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.</li> 
 <li>Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.</li> 
 <li>Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.</li> 
 <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li> 
 <li>Strong problem solving and analytical skills.</li> 
 <li>Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.</li> 
 <li>Demonstrated leadership skills.</li> 
 <li>Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.</li> 
 <li>Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.</li> 
 </ul>
 Benefits 
 Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits &amp; Wellness page. 
 This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled 
 EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans 
 Job Intern 
 Primary Location US-GA-Atlanta 
 Schedule: Full-time 
 Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time 
 Req ID: 242869 
 Job Hire Type Intern #LI-DNI #T&amp;D
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 Description 
 Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties as assigned. 
 Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market: 
 Transmission & Distribution 
 The Transmission & Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication & network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more. 
 
  Assist with tasks that may include filing, scanning, data entry, documentation, Power Point presentation. 
  Assist with responses to general questions. 
  Participate in continuous improvement efforts by collecting and analyzing data. 
  Present solutions to concerns. 
  Research solutions to project concerns; analyze and recommend solutions to problems. 
  Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers. 
  Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred. 
  Involvement on campus or in the community preferred. 
  Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. 
  Performs other duties as assigned 
  Complies with all policies and standards 
 
 Qualifications 
 
  Pursuit of Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree from an accredited program. 
  Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department. 
  Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred. 
  Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred. 
  Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations. 
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
  Strong problem solving and analytical skills. 
  Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. 
  Demonstrated leadership skills. 
  Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field. 
  Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status. 
 
 Benefits 
 Interns may participate in our 401(k) retirement program provided plan eligibility requirements are met. Sick leave is accrued based on the actual number of hours worked. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. 
 This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled 
 EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans 
 Job Intern 
 Primary Location US-GA-Atlanta 
 Schedule: Full-time 
 Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time 
 Req ID: 242869 
 Job Hire Type Intern #LI-DNI #T&D



Electrical Engineering Intern - Transmission & Distribution, NIA (Atlanta)

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