Transmission Engineering Intern — Design & Field Experience

Dominion Energy; Cayce (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Dominion Energy seeks a motivated engineering student for a summer internship in the Transmission Engineering team. The role offers hands-on exposure to surveying, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric transmission system across our service territory.

You will work with engineers on real-world projects, gaining valuable technical experience and insight into a career in the electric utility industry, while focusing on safety and environmental stewardship and

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in ABET-accredited Civil or Mechanical Engineering program.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Graduation date in 2028 or 2029.

Responsibilities

• Support transmission engineering projects involving high-voltage (33kv – 230kV) transmission lines and associated facilities.
• Bill of material development and material requisitions.
• Assist with PLS-CADD design & AutoCAD drawings.
• Review encroachment request and T&D joint use request to ensure they meet Dominion’s requirements.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Utilize engineering software (PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, MFAD, etc.), GIS tools, and Microsoft Office applications to support project work.
• Participate in field visits to transmission lines, substations, and construction sites to observe utility operations and engineering practices.
• Collaborate with engineers and operations teams on projects.
• Learn and apply Dominion Energy's commitment to safety, operational excellence, and environmental stewardship.
• AutoCAD experience or prior AutoCAD coursework.

Skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Technical aptitude

Problem-solving

Education

ABET-accredited Civil or Mechanical Engineering

GPA 3.0+

Graduation 2028 or 2029

Tools

AutoCAD

PLS-CADD

MFAD

GIS

Job description

Dominion Energy seeks a motivated engineering student for a summer internship in the Transmission Engineering team. The role offers hands-on exposure to surveying, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric transmission system across our service territory.

You will work with engineers on real-world projects, gaining valuable technical experience and insight into a career in the electric utility industry, while focusing on safety and environmental stewardship and