Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

SmithGroupJJR, Inc.; Washington; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Remote work option

12-week summer internship

Job summary

SmithGroupJJR, Inc. invites applications for a summer Electrical Engineering Intern in our Washington, WA office.

The role involves working with integrated design teams on electrical systems, including power, lighting and fire alarm design, with opportunities to prepare reports and participate in site visits. The ideal candidate is a rising sophomore or graduate student in electrical or architectural engineering, with experience in Revit and the MS Office Suite, and familiarity with SKM/AGI32 or

Qualifications

• Sophomore year or graduate standing in EE/Arch Eng by internship start.
• Experience with Revit and Microsoft Office Suite; familiar with SKM/AGI32 or other electrical system evaluation programs.

Responsibilities

• Join integrated architecture and engineering project design teams.
• Analyze, design, and document building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
• Assist with system assessments and prepare technical reports.
• Participate in design meetings.
• Receive mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Visit construction sites and/or completed project sites.

Skills

Problem solving

Education

Sophomore year / graduate standing in Electrical or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

SKM

AGI32

Job description

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Washington, DC office of SmithGroup is looking for a Electrical Engineering Intern to join our team for summer 2027.

Working with us, you will:

• Work on integrated architecture and engineering project design teams.
• Perform analysis, design, and documentation of building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, and fire alarm systems.
• Help perform system assessments and prepare technical reports.
• Participate in design meetings.
• Receive mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Visit a construction site(s) and/or completed project sites.

An ideal candidate has:

• Completed at least their sophomore year or have graduate standing in an accredited electrical or architectural engineering program by the time of the internship.
• Some experience with Revit and the Microsoft Office Suite in addition to familiarity with SKM, AGI32, or other electrical systems evaluation programs.

SmithGroup promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff, as well as a hybrid work model of at least three days working within our vibrant office culture and the option to work remotely the rest of the week. The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $23.56 to $26.00 per hour, at the time of posting. You are eligible to receive overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week. Our 12-week summer internships are held between May-August.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local laws.