Distribution Line Intern

GAI Consultants, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. seeks a Distribution Line Intern to join our Power Delivery Team in Pittsburgh, PA. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in distribution design under guidance from lead engineers.

You will assist with day-to-day tasks, prepare specification packages and line drawings, analyze structures for codes/standards, and learn to apply engineering principles on real projects in a collaborative office setting.

Qualifications

• This is an entry-level internship; no prior experience required.
• Applicant must be enrolled at an accredited college/university pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering (preferably civil).
• Required courses include Statics, Material Science, and Structural Analysis; preferred soils and design courses.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers and project managers with day-to-day project tasks to support successful project delivery.
• Prepare specification packages and distribution line drawings.
• Analyze existing and proposed structures for applicable codes, standards, and specifications.
• Perform electrical clearance checks and calculations.
• Coordinate and develop permits for railroads, roadways, and environmental crossings.
• Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery projects.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Execute tasks within established processes.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Organization

Team-focused

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil preferred)

Required courses: Statics, Material Science, Structural Analysis

Preferred courses: Soil Mechanics, Steel Design, Concrete Design

Job description

GAI is seeking a Distribution Line Intern to join our Power Delivery Team. Required skills include critical thinking, problem solving, organization, team-focus, and eagerness to apply learned engineering principles to solve real life problems. Applicants should possess developed technical, communication, and computer skills. This position will be responsible for assisting a team of engineers and project managers with distribution design. This is a temporary position with a three-month duration. The successful candidate must be able to work out of the Pittsburgh, PA office.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist engineers and project managers with day-to-day project tasks as required for successful project delivery. Tasks may include:


• Preparation of Specification Packages.


• Preparation of distribution line drawings.


• Analysis of existing and proposed structures regarding Client and other required codes, standards, and specifications.


• Performance of Electrical Clearance checks and calculations.


• Coordination and development of permits for Railroads, Roadways, and Environmental Crossings.


• Apply engineering principles to assist in the design of Power Delivery Projects.


• Demonstrate attention detail.


• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Perform complex tasks typically following established processes.

Direction Received

• Intern will receive direction from lead engineers and project managers to complete day-to-day tasks.

Experience

• This is an entry level position and no experience required.

Education And Training

• Applicant must be enrolled at an accredited college or university to obtain a bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably civil engineering.


• Required classes: Statics, Material Science, and Structural Analysis.


• Preferred classes: Soil Mechanics, Steel Design, and Concrete Design.

Communication Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical reports and procedures, and governmental regulations.


• Ability to write reports and other business correspondence.


• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other staff members.

Mathematical Skills

• Required mathematical skills are commensurate with the technical or engineering discipline practiced (e.g., engineering calculations, design, etc.).

Computer Skills

• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of basic computer systems and software packages. Must be willing to learn software that is specific to Power Delivery Industry.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


• The noise level in the work environment is moderate.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.


• In-Office environment: 95%

Why GAI

GAI offers an exceptional place to do meaningful work, grow your career, and make a real impact in communities nationwide. You'll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary firm bringing together engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to deliver projects across transportation, infrastructure, power, and energy markets. Working alongside accomplished colleagues, you'll help move projects from vision through construction, creating solutions that keep people moving, power essential systems, and support responsible development.

At GAI, you'll work in a team-driven environment grounded in integrity, respect, and shared success, with the flexibility, resources, and career support that reflect a real and lasting commitment to our people. That commitment includes comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and employee discounts.

With opportunities across the U.S., GAI offers the collaboration and client focus of regional teams, supported by the stability, resources, and career-development opportunities of an established and growing firm.