Substation Engineering Intern — Hybrid (May–Aug)

Gannett Fleming; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

GFT in Chicago, IL offers a Substation Engineering Intern role from mid-May through mid-August. You’ll join a dynamic power team and contribute to substation design on real projects under senior engineers.

Enrolled in ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program, you’ll assist with layout drawings, one-lines, grounding details, and basic calculations using AutoCAD and MicroStation, gaining hands-on experience in HV power and renewable energy systems.

Qualifications

• Abet-accredited undergraduate or graduate program in Electrical Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest in high voltage power engineering or renewable energy.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Support substation layout drawings, plan/elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, and raceway designs.
• Support development of substation one-lines, auxiliary AC/DC systems, and DC schematics.
• Aid in basic engineering calculations and report preparation.
• Contribute to wind power calculations and collection station design.
• Assist in preparing equipment specifications for substation components.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Willing to learn

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

GFT in Chicago, IL offers a Substation Engineering Intern role from mid-May through mid-August. You’ll join a dynamic power team and contribute to substation design on real projects under senior engineers.

Enrolled in ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering program, you’ll assist with layout drawings, one-lines, grounding details, and basic calculations using AutoCAD and MicroStation, gaining hands-on experience in HV power and renewable energy systems.