Power Distribution Intern

Kids for the Future; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

CEC is seeking a Power Distribution Intern to gain hands-on experience in the electric power industry. You will work with engineers on field surveys and design layouts for high‑voltage facilities, in both office and field environments.

The internship emphasizes problem solving, learning new technologies, and safety compliance, with responsibilities including QC/QA and supporting project activities while collaborating with team members.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from ABET-accredited college or university.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• English language skills: read, write, and present information clearly.
• Mathematical skills including probability, statistics, geometry and trigonometry.
• Reasoning skills to define problems, interpret instructions, and handle variables.
• Proficient PC skills; AutoCAD, SpidaCalc, ArcGIS, PLS CADD, NISC, Partner, and MS Office familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs field survey, inspection, and analysis of electric power facilities (4kV through 345kV).
• Uses computer software to create detailed drawings and design layouts for construction projects.
• Participates in QC/QA procedures and maintains design standards.
• Cooperates with engineers, designers, inspectors, and the public on project activities.
• Provides technical support to staff.
• Participates in team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Complies with safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving/analysis

Technical capacity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (ABET‑accredited) or pursuing

Tools

AutoCAD

SpidaCalc

ArcGIS

PLS CADD

NISC

Partner

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Job Category Intern
• Employee Type Temporary
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

The Power Distribution Intern will gain valuable hands‑on experience working alongside experienced engineering and design professionals in the electric power industry. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to real‑world infrastructure projects while developing technical, analytical, and professional skills in a collaborative team environment. The role is ideal for a motivated student who enjoys problem‑solving, learning new technologies, and working in both office and field environments. The internship offers the opportunity to expand your knowledge while exploring a career in the power distribution and engineering industry.

ROLE OVERVIEW

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under oversight of Team Leader or other supervision, performs field survey, inspection, and analysis of electric power facilities (4kV through 345kV), including taking field notes and drawing preliminary sketches.
• Under oversight of Team Leader or other supervision, utilizes computer software to create detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for electric power facilities for construction projects.
• Participates in and ensures QC/QA procedures are followed. Maintains accurate design standards and procedures in assigned work.
• Cooperates and coordinates with other engineers, designers, inspectors and public on project activities.
• Provides technical support to other staff.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

• Problem solving/analysis
• Technical capacity

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Pursuing Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in electrical engineering from ABET‑accredited college or university.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• English language skills: ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical skills: ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning skills: ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc. AutoCAD, SpidaCalc, ArcGIS, PLS CADD, NISC, Partner, and Microsoft Office familiarity preferred.
• Organizational skills: ability to prioritize and organize tasks; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Remote connectivity device (e.g., smart phone, tablet, etc.) with data plan sufficient for company requirements, including multi-factor authentication, time and mileage tracking, expense reimbursement, e-mail, and virtual communications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of a productive/technical nature.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, work with the fingers, and perceive attributes of objects and materials.
• Ability to sit and manipulate computer mouse up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time, frequently over uneven surfaces.
• Ability to occasionally bend, crouch or stoop.
• Ability to see clearly 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more; ability to identify and distinguish colors; ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is primarily in well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office/production setting with adequate ventilation and moderate noise.
• Occasional outdoor work, including performing moderate physical activity and exposure to changing weather conditions (rain, sun, snow, wind, etc.).
• Requires use of protective and/or safety equipment.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Fixed schedule of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, including required core hours.
• Occasional overtime may be required.

SUMMARY

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.