Electrical Analytical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Life & disability insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Flexible work arrangements

Employee discounts

Licensure bonus

Employee referral bonus

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a student intern in Electrical Engineering to join the Electrical Analytical Division for the Summer 2027 start. You will work on power system analysis tasks, including relay setting, arc flash, and cable ampacity calculations, under supervision.

This hybrid role combines on-site collaboration at the Chicago office with remote work, offering exposure to projects across substation, transmission, and renewable energy, and opportunities to advance your coursework through

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems Analysis
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with others

Responsibilities

• Assist with relay setting calculations and power system calculations
• Perform arc flash calculations and cable ampacity calculations
• Contribute to transient and harmonic analyses
• Support grounding and induction calculations and renewable energy studies

Skills

Power systems

MS Office

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

EMTP-RV

Job description

Responsibilities

This position has a targeted start date for Summer 2027.

WORK LOCATION: This position allows for a hybrid / flexible work schedule with a mix of work spent on site at the Sargent & Lundy office and working remote from home.

The Electrical Analytical Division provides critical electrical analysis and consulting services supporting all S&L power projects. This highly specialized team of power systems engineers collaborates closely with project teams and clients, delivering detailed electrical calculations, advanced studies, and tailored solutions for substation, transmission line, conventional power, nuclear, and renewable energy projects.

This position will offer you the opportunity to expand your academic background in power systems by assisting with the following electrical analysis:

• Relay setting calculations
• Power system calculations
• Arc flash calculations
• Cable ampacity calculations
• Transient analysis
• Harmonic analysis
• Renewable energy calculations
• Grounding and induction calculations

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• This position requires you to be pursuing a BS, MS, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a strong academic background and coursework emphasis in Power Systems Analysis
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with others

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Prior internship or work experience in performing power analysis, preferably within the power industry
• Experience performing analysis of power systems using software such as: ETAP, SKM, PSCAD and EMTP-RV
• Strong working knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, etc.

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$18.00 - $30.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.