Electrical Engineering Intern

Stratus Team, LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-oriented environment

Career growth opportunities

Education & Licensing support

Pathway to full-time

Job summary

Stratus is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to support engineers and designers on power, lighting, and low-voltage systems for building and infrastructure projects in Richmond, VA. You will gain hands-on exposure to electrical design principles and industry standards, with mentorship from experienced professionals.

You will learn how engineering drawings, calculations, and project deliverables are developed and coordinated, and you will contribute to active assignments while gaining

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Completion of relevant engineering or technical coursework.
• Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD or Revit and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with electrical drawings, calculations, reports, research, and other project documentation.
• Support the design and coordination of power, lighting, communication, and low-voltage systems.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, field observations, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Skills

Electrical engineering fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Electrical Engineering Intern

Intern Interns Richmond, Richmond, VA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1446

About Stratus

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places.

Job Summary

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will support engineers and designers working on power, lighting, communication, and low-voltage systems for building and infrastructure projects. You will gain hands-on exposure to electrical design principles, technical software, industry standards, multidisciplinary coordination, and project delivery. Throughout the internship, you will contribute to active assignments while receiving guidance, feedback, and mentorship from experienced professionals.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with electrical drawings, calculations, reports, research, and other project documentation.
• Support the design and coordination of power, lighting, communication, and low-voltage systems.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, field observations, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

What You’ll Learn

• How electrical engineering principles, design tools, codes, and technical standards are applied to real projects.
• How engineering drawings, calculations, and project deliverables are developed and coordinated.
• How multiple disciplines collaborate throughout the design and project delivery process.

Qualifications

Required

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Completion of relevant engineering or technical coursework.
• Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles.
• Basic proficiency with AutoCAD or Revit and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Internship or co-op experience in electrical design.
• Familiarity with electrical load calculation software.
• Involvement in IEEE or related professional organizations.

Why you’ll love Stratus

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing available for future full-time team members
• Defined cohort experience designed to provide you with experience, exposure and opportunities to begin a long-term career pathway in one of the top engineering firms in the country

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.