Substation Testing & Commissioning Intern

TRC Companies, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

TRC, a global environmental and engineering firm and member of WSP, is seeking a Testing & Commissioning Intern for the Summer 2027 program in our New York Office. This is a paid full-time internship, June through August 2027, with potential to transition to a full-time role after graduation.

Work with Project Managers, engineers, scientists, and technologists under supervision. Candidates must study electrical engineering, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be willing to travel and work overtime.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Pursuing a bachelor’s in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an ABET accredited program.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid technical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail oriented person.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel to client sites.
• Willing to work overtime and travel out of town weekly.
• Ability to lift at least 30 lbs.
• Applicants for this intern role must possess a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Testing and Commissioning of protective relays for electrical transmission & distribution substations.
• Test and verify substation protection & control system functionality.
• Become familiar with various types of test equipment.
• Become familiar with testing & commissioning processes and procedures
• Read and interpret design drawings to understand engineering design and confirm intent.
• Must have strong electrical fundamental understanding.

Skills

Electrical fundamentals

Communication skills

Technical problem-solving

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Travel availability

Driving license

Physical fitness

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology (ABET accredited)

Job description

TRC, a global environmental and engineering firm and member of WSP, is seeking a Testing & Commissioning Intern for the Summer 2027 program in our New York Office. This is a paid full-time internship, June through August 2027, with potential to transition to a full-time role after graduation.

Work with Project Managers, engineers, scientists, and technologists under supervision. Candidates must study electrical engineering, maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, and be willing to travel and work overtime.