Intern - Substation Engineering

Centro Escolar University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Centro Escolar University in St. Louis, MO is seeking an Electrical Engineering student intern to support real client projects by developing substation layout drawings including plans, elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, and raceway designs.

You will assist with substation one-lines, AC/DC systems, DC schematics, basic calculations, and wind power considerations while learning from a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Electrical Engineering.
• Interest in high voltage power engineering or renewable energy demonstrated via internships or coursework.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation; ability to learn engineering software used in substation design.

Responsibilities

• Support client projects by helping develop substation layout drawings (plan/elevations, yards, grounding, raceways).
• Assist in creating substation one-lines, AC/DC power systems, and DC schematics.
• Aid in basic engineering calculations and report preparation.
• Contribute to wind power calculations and collection station design.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Learning mindset

Substation design interest

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Support real client projects by assisting in developing substation layout drawings, including plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, and raceway designs for new and existing substations.
• Support the development of substation one-lines, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and DC schematics.
• Aid in performing basic engineering calculations and preparing reports.
• Contribute to wind power calculations and assist in collection station design.
• Assist in preparing equipment specifications for substation components and construction.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Enrollment in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Electrical Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest in high voltage power engineering, substation design, or renewable energy through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic coursework.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Strong commitment to learning and professional development.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with engineering software used in substation design is advantageous.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary range of $21.00 - $28.00, dependent upon experience and geographic location.