Substation Equipment Intern – Field Operations (Summer 2027)

Dominion Energy; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy is seeking an Electrical Equipment Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Electric Transmission Field Operations team at the Lincoln Park 2 District office in Herndon, VA. This internship provides hands-on experience in a field environment working with high-voltage equipment critical to grid reliability.

You'll assist with installation, maintenance, and tests of substation and power station equipment, and learn about the Electrical Equipment Development Program and career pathways

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 2-year or 4-year technology degree program in Instrumentation Technology, Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology or a related field.
• Anticipated graduation date of Winter 2027 or later.

Responsibilities

• Support substation and power station personnel with equipment installation and maintenance.
• Assist with testing of substation equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, regulators, and CCVTs.
• Participate in aerial lift and infrared testing.
• Collect and analyze transformer and circuit breaker oil samples (DGA review).
• Help with transformer processing and battery/charger installation and testing.
• Contribute to procurement efforts for materials, spare parts, and specialized tools.

Skills

Hands-on technical interest

Problem-solving with mechanical/electR

Microsoft Office proficiency

Math and technical aptitude

Communication and teamwork

Safety in field work

Education

Instrumentation Technology

Electrical & Electronic Engineering Technology

Electrical Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Anticipated Winter 2027 graduation

Job description

Dominion Energy is seeking an Electrical Equipment Intern for Summer 2027 to join our Electric Transmission Field Operations team at the Lincoln Park 2 District office in Herndon, VA. This internship provides hands-on experience in a field environment working with high-voltage equipment critical to grid reliability.

You'll assist with installation, maintenance, and tests of substation and power station equipment, and learn about the Electrical Equipment Development Program and career pathways