Engineering Internship – Transmission and Distribution

Olsson; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Bonus program

Job summary

Olsson’s Transmission and Distribution team seeks a Summer 2027 engineering student intern in Fort Worth to gain hands-on, real-world experience shaping power infrastructure and energy systems. You will contribute to design work and learn how major projects are brought from concept to completion.

You’ll assist with project design using AutoCAD, perform research, write technical reports, and may travel to job sites for observation.

Qualifications

• Collaborate effectively with team members and take ownership of your work.
• Apply your engineering coursework to real-world power projects.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and strong math/problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project design using AutoCAD.
• Perform research and write technical reports.
• May travel to job sites for observation and learning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Math skills

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results — for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Imagine being part of a team that shapes the skyline and revolutionizes energy systems. As a summer 2027 engineering student intern with Olsson’s Transmission and Distribution team, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. You could contribute to the intricate network of poles and wires crisscrossing the skies. Or assist with designing the robust, high-powered substations that are vital to our communities. Our work involves more than just improving the visual landscape; we upgrade electrical systems to meet future energy demands. From conception to completion, our skilled engineers and technicians bring these essential projects to life. You’ll assist with project design using AutoCAD, perform research, write technical reports, and, if needed, travel to job sites for observation. Join us in designing impactful, sustainable solutions, and take pride in driving by a project, knowing you played a key role in its creation. Olsson is not just engineering a brighter future; we’re creating a legacy of excellence in power engineering, committed to quality and client satisfaction.

We are looking to hire one individual per location in our Fort Worth, Overland Park, Lincoln, and Omaha offices.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.

• Having ownership in the work you do.

• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation preferred but not required.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Strong problem-solving and math skills

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths

• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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