System Integrity Intern

SJI Utilities, Inc.; Union (NJ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible vacation & PTO

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) company match

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

South Jersey Industries in partnership with Elizabethtown Gas offers a Summer System Integrity Engineering Intern role. You will assist managers and engineers on diverse projects, gaining hands-on experience in design, analysis, testing, project management, and system integrity while shadowing operations.

The 11-week program includes mentorship, seminars, volunteer opportunities, and visibility within the organization, with a hybrid work environment and paths to future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing Mechanical or Civil Engineering, junior/senior or master's level.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD preferred.
• Python or another programming language experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional demeanor with the ability to evaluate complex information.
• Ability to collaborate and assist co-workers as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Support managers and engineers on major project tasks.
• Perform calculations, analyses and research on upcoming department projects.
• Create basic engineering schematics using design software.
• Support integrity management programs through data gathering and analysis.
• Assist in drafting, finalizing and implementing new technical reports and process improvements.
• Collaborate on a cross-functional project to present to SJI leadership.

Skills

Python

Microsoft Office

Strong communication

AutoCAD

Education

ABET Accredited Engineering Program

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Elizabethtown Gas is a natural gas utility company that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to over 300,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Union, Middlesex, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Morris, and Mercer counties. At our core, we’re dedicated to being a committed community partner, delivering exceptional customer service and developing innovative clean energy solutions to meet the needs of the future.

At Elizabethtown Gas, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. Whether you’re a seasoned operations technician or an early‑career legal professional, our culture, inclusive workforce, and leadership development and training programs will provide you with the tools you need to either kickstart your career or bring it to new heights.

Position Summary

As part of the comprehensive internship program, interns will participate in events which help them build a strong network within the SJI community and with fellow interns. Interns enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment throughout this 11‑week summer program. The Ignite Internship Program also offers participants mentorship, educational seminars, volunteer opportunities, and visibility within the organization.

As a summer System Integrity Engineering Intern with Elizabethtown Gas, your role includes assisting department managers and personnel by working on various projects and initiatives to help the organization continue to grow while gaining valuable hands‑on experience. Engineering intern positions offer a variety of opportunities including basic engineering tasks related to design, analysis, testing, project management and system integrity. Interns will typically support one or more experienced engineers in performance of assignments, spend time shadowing actual operations, and have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day‑to‑day workings of the engineering department. Interns may perform and/or participate in additional activities/events which help them build a strong network within the ETG community and with fellow interns.

Essential Functions

• Provide support to the department Manager and Engineers to assist in the execution of larger project responsibilities.
• Perform calculations, analyses and research on upcoming department projects.
• Create basic engineering schematics utilizing design software.
• Support the Distribution and Transmission Integrity Management Programs, through investigation of records and data gathering/analysis.
• Assist department in the drafting, finalizing and implementation of new technical report and process improvement recommendations.
• Prepare and collaborate on a cross‑functional project which the applicant will present to the SJI Executive Leadership Team.

Qualifications

Required Background

• The ideal candidate would be a rising Junior, Senior or Masters Engineering student pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering at an ABET Accredited College/University, however all students regardless of collegiate year are welcome for consideration.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office and AutoCAD are preferred.
• Experience using Python or other programming language is preferred.
• Strong verbal or written communication skills.
• A professional demeanor, with a strong sense of commitment and the ability to evaluate complex information.
• Ability to provide support and assistance to co‑workers as appropriate.

Explore the Possibilities

South Jersey Industries employs a diverse range of talent – from construction contractors to environmental specialists. Regardless of the position, mentoring and networking, hands‑on experience, gaining industry knowledge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our business and in our communities are all exciting ways that we welcome our employees at SJI. And as a company committed to creating an engaging culture built on inclusion and diversity, you’re sure to find an opportunity that makes you feel included, empowered, and ready to “bring your whole self to work” every day.

Benefits Package Overview

SJI offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

The SJI “Total Rewards” Benefits Package include:

• Flexible vacation, Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave package
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Insurance
• 401(k), with generous company match
• Employee Resource Groups to encourage employee engagement, nurture professional development, and foster an inclusive environment.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

At this time, SJI is only considering applicants authorized to work in the United States currently and in the future without the need for visa sponsorship.

Compensation Range

$18 - 28

We are committed to pay transparency and ensuring equitability compensation for all employees. The pay range for this position reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits, bonuses, or other forms of compensation that might be part of the total compensation package. The specific salary offered will be based on a candidate’s qualifications, education, and experience.