Electrical Engineering Co-op/Intern - Buildings, Government Services (Spring 2027)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join our Buildings practice in Richmond, VA. You will work alongside experienced engineers and designers on multiple projects, performing tasks to develop knowledge in the electrical discipline under supervision.

The position is intended to be 40 hours per week, with assignments focusing on lighting/controls, power distribution, energy efficiency, and fire alarm systems in government facilities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Proficiency in MS Office and PDF editing software.
• Ability to learn Revit and apply basic electrical engineering principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to meet tight deadlines.
• Willing to work in an office setting with some field work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare contract drawings, calculations, specifications, schedules, and details from concept to construction using Revit and Excel.
• Facilitate and ensure the quality of project deliverables.
• Follow production guidelines and project standards of the department.
• Learn to apply fundamental engineering principles to solve real-world problems.
• Coordinate with cross discipline professionals on assigned projects.

Skills

MS Office

Revit

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or EE Technology

Tools

Excel

PDF editing (Adobe Acrobat/Bluebeam)

Job description

Learning begins in the classroom but there's no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.

As an intern, you'll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands‑on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

The buildings that make up the landscape of our daily lives seem like permanent fixtures, fastened to a time and place. But what if that didn't have to be true? What if our built environment — where we live, learn, play, and conduct business — carried us forward instead?

Our Buildings practice keeps people at its heart, recognizing that our shared journey forward is shaped by the meaningful and responsive places we design. From iconic designs to monumental groundbreakings, join us to bring transformational building solutions to life. Every day we apply our expertise, creativity, and passion to propel communities into the future—join us!

Your Opportunity

In this position as an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team of engineers and designers on multiple projects. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment. This position is intended to be 40 hours per week.

The role of an Electrical Engineering Intern is to perform a variety of tasks and assignments to continue to develop knowledge and skills within the electrical discipline. Assignments will be designed to help develop good technical understanding of the basics with work being performed will be under direct supervision of an experienced Electrical Engineer.

An Electrical Engineering Intern will perform a variety of tasks to assist with the development of plans and designs of electrical systems consisting of, but not limited to, lighting/controls, power distribution/generation, energy efficiency/sustainability, and fire alarm in government facilities.

Your Key Responsibilities

Work closely with Building Electrical Engineers and Designs to prepare contract drawings, calculations, specifications, schedules, and details ranging from conceptual design to detailed construction documents using software such as Revit and Excel

• Facilitate and ensure the quality of the project deliverables

• Follow production guidelines and project standards of the department

• Learn to apply fundamental engineering principles to solve real-world problems

• You will be expected to support team operations and play an integral part in the promotion of our health and safety culture

• Coordinates with other cross discipline professionals on assigned projects

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite and PDF editing software (Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam, etc.)

• Takes initiative on tasks and in coordinating with other members of the team

• Ability to learn and develop working knowledge of Revit

• Working knowledge of basic electrical engineering principles and calculations

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Able to work under and meet tight deadlines

• Ability to solve problems using sound professional judgment, creativity, and innovation

• Strong work ethic and motivation to learn

• Commitment to a culture of safety

Education and Experience

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

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The candidate should be ready to work primarily in an office setting – some field work may be required.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range:

• $23.47 - $34.50 Hourly

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements

Primary Location: United States | VA | Richmond

Organization: BC-2383 Buildings-US Acquisition PSP GS

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.