Program Timeframe: Mid-May through mid-August
Join Gannett Fleming, an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Power Engineering Intern and gain real-world experience in a dynamic environment. Our inclusive environment will fuel your innovation and imagination while fostering a sense of belonging.
Joining the power team at Gannett Fleming means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.
During your internship, you will work on a highly functioning team and aid in providing design services for a wide variety of projects. You'll receive guidance, supervision and mentorship by experienced engineers and professionals with your success as the goal. The majority of our interns convert to full-time employees.
What You'll Be Working On
Support real client projects by assisting in developing substation layout drawings, including plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, and raceway designs for new and existing substations.Support the development of substation one-lines, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and DC schematics.Aid in performing basic engineering calculations and preparing reports.Contribute to wind power calculations and assist in collection station design.Assist in preparing equipment specifications for substation components and construction.Minimum Qualifications
Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Electrical Engineering.Demonstrated interest in high voltage power engineering, substation design or renewable energy through prior internships or applied academic coursework.Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.Strong commitment to learning and professional development.Effective wrtten and verbal communications skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with engineering software used in substation design is advantageous.At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.
We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.
Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.
Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming
Location: Roanoke, VA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Hourly (30-40 hours per week)
Internal Requisition ID: 2024-11419
Salary Range: $18.00-$25.00 per hour
Salary dependent on completed years of education, relevant experience, and geographic location.
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