Transmission Engineering Summer Intern: HV Grid Design

The AES Corporation; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The AES Corporation in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a Summer Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience on projects that support the future of the electric grid and the energy transition. You’ll apply classroom knowledge to real‑world challenges, develop technical and analytical skills, and collaborate with teams across engineering, operations and business functions.

This internship provides exposure to design and field activities, opportunities to shadow experienced engineers, and a pathway to

Qualifications

• Student pursuing a four-year degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering.
• Sophomore status or higher preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.
• Experience with PLS-CADD, SolidWorks, and Excel is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design of high voltage transmission facilities.
• Support field visits to verify topography and meet construction crews.
• Update discrepancies between prints, databases, and system models.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Strong academic background

Education

Pursuing a four-year degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The AES Corporation in Dayton, Ohio is seeking a Summer Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience on projects that support the future of the electric grid and the energy transition. You’ll apply classroom knowledge to real‑world challenges, develop technical and analytical skills, and collaborate with teams across engineering, operations and business functions.

This internship provides exposure to design and field activities, opportunities to shadow experienced engineers, and a pathway to