Electrical / I&C Engineering Intern

HDR, Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is offering an Electrical/IC Engineering Intern position in Ann Arbor, MI. This internship provides hands-on tasks under a Project Engineer, including design package preparation and basic calculations in a power and renewables setting.

The selected candidate will be a student or recent graduate in Electrical/IC Power engineering, with opportunities to work with CAD tools and participate in field reviews, meetings, and cross-training within HDR’s employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in preparing design packages.
• Perform simple calculations.
• Attend internal meetings and participate in field reviews.
• Follow directions from Project Engineer/Project Leader/Project Manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

MS Office basics

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate Engineering program

Enrollment as student

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ETAP

SKM

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you'll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You'll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

The Electrical/I&C Engineering Intern position offers exciting opportunities in Power Generation and Renewables which may include cross training in other business groups, thus providing additional broad experiences in the electrical engineering field.

The selected candidate will be a current Electrical / I&C Power and Renewables Engineering student or recent graduate with little to no power experience required. Interns will perform tasks with varying levels of complexity, which are assigned by a Project Engineer, Project Leader, or Project Manager. Tasks will include being able to follow direction, assisting engineers in preparing design packages, performing simple calculations, attending internal meetings and participating in field reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to field of study/industry
• Courses in Power/Energy and Renewables is a plus.
• Having passed or starting to prepare for FE Exam is a plus but not a requirement
• Preference given to those with a previous internship or course work in power and energy with a 3.0 GPA
• Experience with computer-aided design programs (AutoCAD, Microstation, ETAP, SKM, etc.) is desired but not required for consideration.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Temporary

Business Class: Power Generation

Job Posting: Sep 14, 2026