Electrical Internship

Dunham Associates, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Dunham Associates, Inc. in Minneapolis seeks a student intern to gain hands-on engineering experience by working on routine tasks as part of a project team under the supervision of a professional engineer.

You will help design mechanical or electrical systems for new or renovated buildings and participate in site surveys and construction observations, learning methods across Commercial, Education, Healthcare, and Science & Technology sectors.

Qualifications

• Understanding of engineering principles.
• Technical problem-solving skills.
• Computer and Equipment Skills: Microsoft Office, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic engineering tasks for a variety of project types.
• Assist in miscellaneous engineering assignments, such as site surveys and construction observations.
• Use computer tools necessary for our business, such as AutoCAD and HVAC load calculation software, and other technical software.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Technical problem-solving

Computer skills

Education

Two to three years of coursework in accredited mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

HVAC load calculation software

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

This position is to provide engineering experience for a qualified student nearing graduation. Intern will work on routine assignments as a member of a project team, under the technical supervision of a professional engineer. Exposure to a cross section of project types will assist in selecting a career path. Student intern will learn how to design mechanical or electrical systems for new or renovated buildings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform basic engineering tasks for a variety of projecttypes.
• Assist in miscellaneous engineering assignments, such as site surveys and constructionobservations.
• Use computer tools necessary for our business, such as AutoCAD and HVAC load calculation software, and other technicalsoftware.

Work Areas:

Student Intern will be assigned at various times during the internship to projects in Commercial, Education, Healthcare, and Science and Technology business sectors.

Education:

Minimum of two or three years of course work in an accredited mechanical or electrical engineering college.

Skills/Job Knowledge:

Understanding of engineering principles/Technical problem-solving skills. Computer and Equipment Skills: Microsoft Office, Outlook.