Electrical Design Internship Summer 2027

Dubak; La Grange Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubak Electrical Group is offering a paid, 10-week Summer Internship in Electrical Design in La Grange Park, Illinois. You will design, draft, and coordinate power distribution and low-voltage systems from service entrance to branch circuits, using Revit MEP and AutoCAD.

The program runs June 7, 2027, for 10 weeks, with mentorship from senior electrical designers. Expect NEC-focused calculations, BIM/VDC coordination, and exposure to project management, prefabrication, and controls teams.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in college.
• Solid academic record with GPA 3.2 or higher.
• Exposure to AutoCAD or Revit is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Draft one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and power plans in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform NEC calculations: feeder/branch sizing, voltage drop, conduit fill, service load.
• Model conduit, cable tray, and equipment in Revit; assist BIM/VDC coordination.
• Support structured cabling and low-voltage layouts; prepare submittal packages.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews of drawings and learn IFM-grade drawing package checks.
• Develop bills of materials used by Prefabrication interns.

Skills

Effective communication

Math aptitude

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Spreadsheet fluency

Education

Electrical Engineering or related field

Sophomore/Junior/Senior standing

GPA 3.2+

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Navisworks

Bluebeam Revu

Excel

Job description

Launch Your Electrical Design Career with Dubak Electrical Group’s 2027 Summer Internship!

Are you a motivated student eager to gain real-world, hands-on experience inElectrical Design? Dubak Electrical Group is offering an excitingSummer Internshipopportunity designed to immerse you in the dynamic field ofelectrical design within the industrial electrical sector. Dubak Electrical Group is hiring a summer Electrical Design Intern to help design, draft, and coordinate real-world power distribution and low-voltage systems, from the service entrance to branch circuits.

Start Date: June 7, 2027

Position: Electrical Design Intern

Location: La Grange Park, Illinois

Duration: Paid, Full-time, 10-week summer program

Pay: $20.00/hour

Why Choose Dubak Electrical Group?

At Dubak Electrical Group, we’re committed to nurturing the next generation of Engineering professionals. As an intern, you'll have the unique opportunity to:

• Learn by Doing: Gain real-world experience in Controls Engineering within an industrial electrical construction environment.
• Grow Your Skills: Work closely with experienced professionals who will mentor and guide you throughout the program.

What You’ll Learn

• Understanding of project scope of work as specified on contracts.
• Learn technical writing skills developing functional design specifications.
• Code: Practical application of the NEC
• Tools: Revit MEP, AutoCAD, Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu, and Excel-based calculation tools.
• Process: How design-build projects move from schematic design through submittal, fabrication, and installation.
• Collaboration: How to work with Project Management, Prefabrication, and Controls teams, with mentoring from a senior electrical designer throughout the summer.

What You’ll Work On

• Draft one-line diagrams, panel schedules, and power plans in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Perform NEC calculations, including feeder and branch-circuit sizing, voltage drop, conduit fill, and service load calculations.
• Model conduit, cable tray, and equipment in Revit and help resolve clash-detection issues during BIM/VDC coordination.
• Support structured cabling and low-voltage layouts, including pathways, IDF/MDF rooms, and rack elevations.
• Prepare submittal packages and redline markups alongside Project Management interns.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews of drawings and learn how an IFM-grade drawing package is checked.
• Develop bills of material that Prefabrication interns use to build EDC assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the electrical construction industry.
• Learn the basics of electrical design through a comprehensive 10-week structured program.
• Take initiative in your personal and professional development.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and across various departments.
• Possess good listening skills, follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Utilize software and technology tools efficiently (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Demonstrate curiosity by asking insightful questions and seeking out learning opportunities.
• Thrive under pressure to meet deadlines and achieve project goals.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management program or a related field.
• Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing in college.
• Solid academic record (minimum GPA of 3.2).
• Strong math aptitude skills.
• Effective communicator with both verbal and written skills.
• Basic understanding of circuit theory and single-phase and three-phase power systems.
• Exposure to AutoCAD or Revit through coursework or projects is a plus but is not required.
• Comfortable working in Excel and eager to learn the NEC.
• A keen interest in building a career within the construction industry.

• Able to visit our fabrication shop and job sites throughout the Chicagoland area.

Dubak Electrical Group, LLC and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership or activity in a local commission, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.