Transmission Line Design Intern - Summer 2027

evergy; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergy is offering a Full-Time Internship in Transmission Line Engineering for Summer 2027 in Topeka, KS. Interns work on high‑voltage (69kV‑345kV) design projects, using PLS‑CADD and PLS‑POLE, with field visits to transmission lines and substations.

The internship emphasizes hands‑on experience, collaboration across departments, and exposure to project meetings, safety observations, and varied construction activities within the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in ABET-accredited engineering program (civil, mechanical or electrical).
• Interest in high-voltage transmission line engineering and field exposure.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform line design and analysis using PLS-CADD and PLS-POLE.
• Create structure loading drawings and review vendor calculations.
• Design and analyze transmission line foundation systems.
• Conduct construction site visits for safety observations.
• Incorporate survey data (LiDAR, ground survey, easements).
• Collaborate with the transmission line engineering team and other Evergy teams.
• Prepare construction drawings and bill of material packages.
• Analyze existing facility capacity and clearance margins.

Skills

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Engineering principles

Mathematics

Spreadsheet proficiency

Technical writing

Engineering judgment

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

Job description

Evergy is offering a Full-Time Internship in Transmission Line Engineering for Summer 2027 in Topeka, KS. Interns work on high‑voltage (69kV‑345kV) design projects, using PLS‑CADD and PLS‑POLE, with field visits to transmission lines and substations.

The internship emphasizes hands‑on experience, collaboration across departments, and exposure to project meetings, safety observations, and varied construction activities within the energy sector.