Electrical Engineering Student Intern

HGA; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HGA in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering intern for Summer 2027. The 12-week paid internship offers exposure to lighting design, power distribution, and electrical system analysis for healthcare, education, and commercial facilities.

You will perform calculations, review drawings, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams from concept through implementation. Preference for ABET-accredited programs and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing ABET-accredited degree in Electrical or Architectural Engineering.
• Junior year or above; graduate enrollment.
• Experience with ETAP, EasyPower, DAPPER or CAPTOR.
• Knowledge of AGi32 and Visual Pro; Revit preferred.
• GPA 3.0+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with lighting design balancing aesthetics and technical performance.
• Supporting design of power distribution and lighting systems for facilities.
• Performing electrical engineering calculations and analyses.
• Researching applicable codes and coordinating with officials.
• Reviewing reports, drawings and design documentation.
• Using industry-standard software to support project delivery.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams from concept through implementation.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical or Architectural Engineering program

Tools

ETAP

EasyPower

DAPPER

CAPTOR

AGi32

Visual Pro

Revit

Job description

Overview:

Summer 2027 - Electrical Engineering Internship Opportunity at HGA!

Locations: Minneapolis, MN; Milwaukee, WI; and Washington, DC

Begin to build your future at HGA!We have an excellent opportunity for a college or graduate school student for a paid summer internship in summer of 2027. The summer internship is typically 12 weeks in length beginning on or before June 1, 2027, through mid-August (depending on your schedule).

HGA is a full-service planning and design firm of over 1,000 professionals offering planning, engineering, architecture and interior design services in 12 offices.Our nationally recognized team of integrated experts partner closely with clients through a collaborative and transparent process, delivering successful project outcomes across Healthcare, Education, Science + Technology, Arts, Community + Living, Workplace, and Government markets.

At HGA, we are committed to meeting our clients’ sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy and to carbon reductions in our structures through our participation in the SE2050 challenge. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

HGA is both team-oriented and employee-friendly, and social activities are integrated into our office culture. As HGA continues to learn how we can enhance an equitable culture, we’ve reaffirmed how important it is to have a safe environment, one where everyone can bring their best selves to work every day. We offer challenge, recognition and personal visibility with an opportunity to be part of some great projects.

Application deadline: October 23, 2026Interviews conducted: October – November 2026Offers extended: By December 2026Summer internship dates: June 1, 2027 – Mid-August (With flexibility to start earlier depending on your school schedule)

What you'll do:

• Assisting with innovative lighting designs that balance aesthetics and technical performance.
• Supporting the design of power distribution and lighting systems for commercial, institutional, and healthcare facilities.
• Performing electrical engineering calculations and technical analyses.
• Researching applicable codes and regulations and coordinating with city, county, and state officials.
• Reviewing reports, drawings, test results, and design documentation.
• Utilizing industry-standard engineering and design software to support project delivery.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on projects from concept through implementation.

What you'll bring:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Architectural Engineering (with an emphasis in electrical systems) or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Entering your junior year or above of an undergraduate program, or currently enrolled in graduate school.
• Experience with electrical analysis software such as ETAP, EasyPower, DAPPER, or CAPTOR.
• Knowledge of AGi32 and/or Visual Pro.
• Familiarity with Revit is preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.

Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Hourly Rate: $24.00/hour - $25/hour (Mid-West) and $29/hour (Boston or Washington, DC).

We are excited to learn more about you and look forward to receiving your application!

Thank you and we can't wait to hear from you!