Electrical Engineering Intern

Coffman Engineers, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Coffman Engineers in Dallas is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for Fall/Winter 2026/27. You will help design electrical, lighting and telecom systems for buildings and industrial facilities while learning from experienced engineers in a fast-paced office environment.

The ideal candidate is a local student enrolled in an engineering program with coursework in electrical engineering, strong communication skills, and familiarity with AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a full-time student in an engineering program.
• This position is for local students and not remote.
• Two years of required courses completed towards an undergraduate or masters electrical engineering degree.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of AutoCAD.
• Ability to work up to 30 hours during the school break; schedule flexibility provided during the semester.

Responsibilities

• Assist electrical engineering team in designing electrical, lighting and telecom systems for buildings and industrial facilities.
• Gain proficiency in AutoCAD and related design tools under professional supervision.
• Contribute to a fast-paced project environment in Coffman Engineers' Dallas office.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Enrolled in engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

At Coffman Engineers, we serve as both prime consultant and sub consultant on projects large and small, including commercial, retail, institutional, government, industrial, and project/construction management. Incorporated in 1979, we have employees in more than 23locations serving clients across the United States and overseas.
To meet client objectives and to integrate our many disciplines, we can create teams comprised of civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and corrosion control, as well as project/construction managers and professionals in a variety of specialty services. This ability has made us a leader in the engineering and construction communities, and has strengthened our reputation as being progressive, innovative, and a great place to work.

Job Description

Designing a better world is more than a career, it's a calling! Come work with a team of professionals dedicated to design excellence at Coffman Engineers' Dallas office.

We are seeking a dynamic and innovativeElectrical Engineering Intern for our Dallas office during Fall/Winter of 2026/27. This is a great opportunity to learn more about your chosen field! The ideal candidate will be a student who wishes to focus onelectrical, lighting and telecomsystems for buildings and industrial facilities, increase proficiency in AutoCAD, and work in a professional fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Eligibility Requirements

• Enrolled as a full-time student in an engineering program at a nationally recognized, accredited college.
• This position is for local students. This is not a remote position.
• Two years of required courses completed towards an undergraduate or masters electrical engineering degree.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of AutoCAD.
• Ability to work up to 30 hours during the school break. Flexibility for school schedule/demands will be provided during the semester.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. No paid interview travel or relocation expenses are offered for this position.

Additional Information

Why You Want to Work Here

You could choose to work anywhere, so why work at Coffman Engineers? Because we are different - our culture sets us apart. Simply stated, we are a group of creative, high-performing people who like working together and believe that what we do makes a difference. Employees say that it feels like working with a group of friends in a small office while enjoying the benefits and perks of working for a large firm. Our culture isn't the only thing that makes us different, but it drives everything we do.

Coffman offers comprehensive benefits, including a flexible PTO program and a fun environment with family-friendly policies. We support and encourage individually tailored professional and technical advancement as well as personal growth.

Don't take our word for it. Check out what others are saying:

• 850+ employees serving clients throughout the U.S. and overseas from more than 23 locations
• Multi-discipline engineering services plus corrosion control, commissioning and project/construction management
• 70+ employees in 9 offices, providing Fire Protection services since 2014
• #161 Top 5 00 Design Firms, Engineering News-Record, 2023

Thisposition is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.