Electrical Engineer Intern - Energy & Industrial Group (Summer 2027)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join a project team and assist in executing engineering work across power plant retrofits, new generation installations, and renewable energy facilities.

Under supervision, you’ll help prepare drawings, calculations, specifications, and designs while gaining experience with power equipment document reviews and AE/AI-assisted workflows. Strong communication and PC skills are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering with a winter 2027 or spring 2028 graduation date.
• Strong academic background with coursework in electrical power concepts and AC power systems analysis.
• ABET program enrollment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in execution of project work on a team under senior engineers.
• Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and designs.
• Be involved in electric power equipment document reviews.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Verbal & written communication

PC skills

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

Description

• As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team and assist the engineering team members in the execution of their project work. These projects range from existing power plant retrofit projects, new generation installations, renewable energy project, new and existing oil and gas facilities, and other industrial facilities.

• Working under the direction of senior engineers, this position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Electrical Engineering in one or more of the following areas:
  • Assist in the preparation of engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and designs

• Be involved in electric power equipment document reviews

Qualifications

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

Essential skills and experience:

• Must have an expected graduation date in Winter 2027 or Spring 2028 toward a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering with a strong academic background and coursework in electrical power concepts and AC power systems analysis.

• Good verbal and written communication skills along with strong PC skills are required.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Prior, related internship or co-op experience is preferred.
• Enrollment in an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is preferred

• An understanding of the practical application of electrical engineering and technology, including applying systems, principles, techniques, and procedures to a project design.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to solve problems using modern tools:

• You are expected to take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs.
• Many engineers in these roles build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results.
• Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required.
• We also value additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems.

Award-Winning Benefits

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.