Intern - Substation Engineering

Program Timeframe: Mid-May through mid-August

Join GFT , an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Substation 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 GFT 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.

What you’ll be challenged to do: 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.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• 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.

What you'll bring to our firm:

• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Electrical Engineering. • Demonstrated interest in high voltage power engineering, substation design or renewable energy through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic coursework. • Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation. • Strong commitment to learning and professional development. • Effective written and verbal communications skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

What we prefer you bring:

• Familiarity with engineering software used in substation design is advantageous.

Compensation: The salary range for this role is $21.00 - $28.00 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.