Electrical Transmission Intern: Substation Engineering

Socket.dev; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy internship offers the chance to gain practical engineering experience while supporting transmission line field crews. Responsibilities include assisting with material planning and procurement, supporting maintenance initiatives, and contributing to engineering solutions for repairs and emergency response.

Candidates must be pursuing an ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree, plan to graduate Spring 2028 or later, and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of engineering principles and methodologies.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication, including technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software tools.
• Ability to interpret technical information, standards, and practices.
• Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with material planning and procurement for transmission line projects.
• Support maintenance initiatives and implement engineering solutions for repairs.
• Contribute to emergency response activities and field support for crews.
• Maintain safe work practices and effective collaboration with team members.

Skills

Engineering principles

Analytical skills

Verbal & written communication

MS Office/engineering software

Interpret technical information

Organizational skills

Initiative & judgment

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Office and field work

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Spring 2028 graduation or later

GPA 2.5+

Job description

Dominion Energy internship offers the chance to gain practical engineering experience while supporting transmission line field crews. Responsibilities include assisting with material planning and procurement, supporting maintenance initiatives, and contributing to engineering solutions for repairs and emergency response.

Candidates must be pursuing an ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree, plan to graduate Spring 2028 or later, and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.