Electrical Engineering Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Pullman, WA, is seeking a Power/Electrical Engineering Intern.

The role supports applied research, hands-on testing, and documentation of results, with part-time hours during the school year and full-time in the summer. Ideal candidates are US citizens with 2–3 years of undergraduate electrical engineering study, knowledge of test equipment, and familiarity with 3‑phase power systems.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required for this Government Services internship.
• At least 2–3 years of undergraduate study in electrical engineering.
• Ability to work part-time in school and full-time during the summer in Pullman, WA.
• Working knowledge of modern test equipment and power systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge in SEL processes and technologies.
• Conduct applied research and design experiments using power system equipment and software.
• Document and communicate test results.
• Provide technical support to SEL staff and customers.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

RTDS/RSCAD

ATP/EMTP-RV

Power systems

3‑phase power

Education

2–3 years Electrical Engineering

Job description

US Citizenship Required Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Government Services Department seeks a professional, innovative, and detail-oriented individual for our Power/Electrical Engineering Intern position in Pullman, WA! We develop custom products and do both basic and applied research for the United States Government. If you enjoy diving deep on the fundamentals of power systems and applying creative problem-solving techniques to challenging problems, you’ll enjoy working in our department. We’ve got an array of interesting research going on that will give you a unique opportunity to put your schoolwork into practice and work hands‑on with state‑of‑the‑art test equipment and software. We’re looking for an intern who is able to work part‑time in the school year and full‑time during the summer. Both undergraduate and graduate interns are welcome. You must be a U.S. Citizen to work in the Government Services Department.

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

• Develop and maintain knowledge in SEL processes and technologies.
• Conduct applied research and design experiments using power system equipment and software.
• Document and communicate test results.
• Provide technical support to SEL staff and customers.

This job might be for you if:

• You are a US Citizen.
• You have at least two to three years undergraduate studies in electrical engineering.
• You have the ability to work in person part‑time in the school year and full‑time during the summer in Pullman, WA.
• You have working knowledge of modern test equipment, (e.g. power supplies, digital oscilloscope).
• You have practical knowledge of 3‑phase power systems.

We would like to see:

• Experience programming using MATLAB or Python.
• Basic understanding of signals and systems.
• Experience with RTDS/RSCAD, ATP/EMTP‑RV, or other power system modeling software.
• The ability to work in person part‑time in Pullman during the summer.

Location

The SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you’ll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.

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.

Pay Range Data ($24.25 - $33.00 per hour)* Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.

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.