Intern - Engineering Summer 2027

American Transmission Co.; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

American Transmission Co. is seeking a Civil Design Engineering Intern in Wisconsin to support our design engineers. You will gain real-world experience in civil design and transmission engineering while contributing to meaningful utility projects.

Responsibilities include organizing data, assisting with drawings and analyses, and reviewing field markups for as-built drawings. A valid driver’s license is required for occasional field visits and you’ll work with CAD tools like AutoCAD or

Qualifications

• Interest in utility design and infrastructure development.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Valid driver's license for occasional field visits.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and organize engineering records and data for design development.
• Participate in material procurement and support project design documentation.
• Assist in preparing detailed drawings and conducting structural analysis.
• Review and integrate field markups into finalized as-built drawings.
• Update asset databases and confirm field conditions to ensure design accuracy.
• Review external engineering consultant scopes of services for cost, schedule and project scope alignment.
• Occasionally participate in field work to verify design implementations.

Skills

Interest in utility design

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Valid driver’s license

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities

About the Role ATC is seeking a Civil Design Engineering Intern to support the work of our Design Engineers and Designers. You’ll contribute to real-world utility projects while gaining experience in civil design and transmission engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Acquire and organize engineering records and data for use in design development
• Participate in material procurement and support project design documentation
• Assist in preparing detailed drawings and conducting structural analysis
• Review and integrate field markups into finalized as-built drawings
• Update asset databases and confirm field conditions to ensure design accuracy
• Review external engineering consultant scopes of services for cost, schedule and project scope alignment
• Occasionally participate in field work to verify design implementations

What You’ll Bring

• Interest in utility design and infrastructure development
• Working knowledge of CAD tools such as AutoCAD or MicroStation
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• A valid driver’s license for occasional field visits

Essential Responsibilities

Why ATC as an Intern

Purpose-Driven Work

Your work matters. As an intern at ATC, you'll contribute to meaningful projects that help power everyday life and support the future of the electric grid.

People-Centric Culture

We are difference makers. At ATC, you'll work alongside supportive teammates who value collaboration, encourage questions, and are invested in helping you succeed.

Flexibility & Balance

We understand that academics, extracurriculars, and personal commitments are important. Our internship experience is designed to provide flexibility while helping you gain valuable professional experience.

Learning & Development

Internships at ATC are built around growth. You'll gain hands‑on experience, receive guidance from experienced professionals, and develop skills that prepare you for future career opportunities.

Real-World Experience

From day one, you'll work on meaningful assignments, participate in team discussions, and contribute ideas that make an impact. We believe the best learning happens through doing.

Innovation in Action

The energy industry is evolving, and ATC plays a critical role in shaping its future. As an intern, you'll gain exposure to industry challenges, emerging technologies, and innovative solutions that support a reliable electric grid.

Connections That Last

Build relationships with professionals across the organization, expand your network, and gain insights into a variety of career paths within the energy industry.

A Shared Future

We're committed to creating an environment where interns can learn, contribute, and thrive. Your ideas, perspectives, and contributions help shape our future while building the foundation for you.

The pay range for this position is $23-27/hr. The pay range is a general guideline. Employment offers are evaluated individually and consider qualifications, experience and academic achievements.

Number of Openings Available: 1

Posting Date: 2026-09-11

Time Type: Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants have rights under employment laws.

ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together. We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

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ATC is a transmission-only electric utility that helps keep the lights on, businesses running and communities strong in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota and Illinois. As owner and operator of more than 9,530 miles of transmission lines and 530 substations, we help meet the electric needs of more than 5 million people in our service area.