Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Core States Group; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Intern Welcome Package

Team-building activities

Networking opportunities

Industry leader sessions

Wellness initiatives

Volunteer activities

Job summary

Core States Group is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern for our EVI team in Somerville, NJ. In an 11-week onsite program, you will collaborate with experienced engineers on EV charging and electrical infrastructure projects across commercial and retail markets.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with layouts, load calculations, and coordination meetings, while learning about utility coordination, permitting, and sustainable infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a junior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Interested in EV infrastructure, sustainable energy, and electrical systems design
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator and collaborative team player
• Eager to learn in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary AEC environment

Responsibilities

• Assist with EV charging station layouts and electrical infrastructure design
• Support power distribution and electrical load calculations
• Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings with civil, architectural, and electrical teams
• Attend site visits and observe construction progress
• Review construction drawings and project documentation
• Learn about utility coordination, permitting, and sustainable infrastructure solutions
• Assist with project planning and design support for EV charging installations
• Gain exposure to emerging technologies and trends within the EV infrastructure industry

Skills

EV infrastructure

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Civil 3D

BIM coordination tools

Job description

At Core States Group, the work you do matters to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the teams who rely on one another to deliver with excellence. Our Cause is powerful: to create a world where all environments improve everyday life.

Why Professionals Choose Core States Group

Here’s What You Can Expect As An Intern

• VALUES-DRIVEN CULTURE – A workplace rooted in Integrity, Service, Inclusion, Excellence, and Innovation. Our Core Values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our clients every day.
• PERKS – Intern Welcome Package with branded swag, team-building activities, networking opportunities, group sessions with industry leaders, wellness initiatives and volunteer activities and much more!
• RETIREMENT – A strong 401(k) match, with immediate vesting, to help you invest in your future and build your retirement savings with confidence.

What You’ll Do

As an Electrical Engineering Intern on our EVI team, you’ll work alongside experienced electrical engineers and project teams supporting EV charging and electrical infrastructure projects across commercial and retail markets. Throughout this 11-week internship program, you will:

• Assist with EV charging station layouts and electrical infrastructure design
• Support power distribution and electrical load calculations
• Participate in multidisciplinary coordination meetings with civil, architectural, and electrical teams
• Attend site visits and observe construction progress
• Review construction drawings and project documentation
• Learn about utility coordination, permitting, and sustainable infrastructure solutions
• Assist with project planning and design support for EV charging installations
• Gain exposure to emerging technologies and trends within the EV infrastructure industry

Software & Technical Skills You’ll Learn

Interns will gain hands-on experience using industry-standard mechanical engineering software and tools, including:

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam Revu
• Civil 3D coordination workflows
• BIM coordination tools

Qualifications

We're looking for driven students who are eager to grow their professional skills, contribute to real-life, meaningful projects, and be a part of a talented team. The following qualifications will help you succeed in this role:

• Currently enrolled as a junior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Interested in EV infrastructure, sustainable energy, and electrical systems design
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator and collaborative team player
• Eager to learn in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary AEC environment

Work Location

This is an onsite position based out of our Somerville, NJ office.

Overview

Core States Group is an industry-leading architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firm trusted by many of the world’s most notable brands. With 26 offices across the United States and Canada, the firm delivers speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design for national multisite programs and projects. Established in 1999, Core States Group drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more.

A Note to Candidates

Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. This position will remain open until it is filled.