Electrical Engineering Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Boise, Idaho, is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for Engineering Services. You'll support staff and customers, develop knowledge of SEL processes, and help test new technology in power systems.

This internship blends hands-on work on 3-phase power systems, emulators, and PLC-related tasks, with documentation and teamwork. On-site position with flexible summer/full-time and part-time school-year schedules, culminating potentially in full-time

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least one year of technical coursework; graduating in May or December 2028.
• On-site Boise, ID; full-time in summer, part-time during school year.
• Experience in programming and scripting.
• Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems.
• Familiar with emulators and logic analyzers.
• Proficiency with MS Windows and serial port terminal emulation software.
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Willing to learn new skills and work well in a team.
• Background check satisfactory and negative drug test.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical support to SEL staff & customers.
• Developing and maintaining knowledge in SEL processes and technologies.
• Performing testing on new and existing technology.
• Assisting engineers with electrical enclosure and test rack creation.
• Developing simulators and performing test for customer Protection/Automation systems.
• Assisting with HMI creation, PLC programming.
• Assisting with Power system studies and SEL relay settings.
• Performing research into and testing on new tools and technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Programming basics

Teamwork

Written communication

Electrical engineering knowledge

Power systems knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (in progress)

Tools

Emulators

Logic analyzers

MS Windows

Serial port terminal emulation

Job description

The devices we make at SEL are embedded in the power grid. They prevent blackouts. They make outages safer and shorter in duration; they add cybersecurity, automation, and communication. They use cutting-edge technologies and operate at speeds that push other pieces of the grid to go faster. As an Electrical Engineering Intern in Engineering Services, you'll provide solutions and services that help our customers protect and control critical electrical infrastructure and power systems worldwide.

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, a typical day might include the following:

• Providing technical support to SEL staff & customers.
• Developing and maintaining knowledge in SEL processes and technologies.
• Performing testing on new and existing technology.
• Assisting engineers with electrical enclosure and test rack creation.
• Developing simulators and performing test for customer Protection/Automation systems.
• Assisting with HMI creation, PLC programming.
• Assisting with Power system studies and SEL relay settings.
• Performing research into and testing on new tools and technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position might be for you if you:

• Are a current student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least one year of technical coursework completed, and graduating in May or December 2028
• Are able to work on-site in Boise, ID full-time in the summer & part-time during the school year.
• Experience in programming and script files
• Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems
• Have working knowledge of emulators and logic analyzers
• Are able to use MS Windows and serial port terminal emulation software
• Have strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Are able to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Are able to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Have background check results satisfactory to SEL & negative drug test result(s)

Location Information

This position is located in Boise, ID, capital of the gem state, and on the Boise River in the southwestern part of the state. You will enjoy local restaurants in a vibrant downtown full of small businesses, easy access to mountain foothills and 190 miles of trails. The city is also home to great schools and universities including Boise State University. Boise has been ranked as one of America's fastest growing cities, making it a great place to live and work.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support our interns. School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year. We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation. We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation. Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.

Pay Range Data - $24.25 - $33.00 per hour

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled. SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.