Intern - Substation Engineering

				Responsibilities:

Program Timeframe: Mid-May through mid-August

Join GFT, an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Substation Engineering Intern and gain real-world experience in a dynamic environment. Our inclusive environment will fuel your innovation and imagination while fostering a sense of belonging.

Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today's diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future​. Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.  

What you'll be challenged to do:
During your internship, you will work on a highly functioning team and aid in providing design services for a wide variety of projects. You'll receive guidance, supervision and mentorship by experienced engineers and professionals with your success as the goal. The majority of our interns convert to full-time employees.  

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

* Support real client projects by assisting in developing substation layout drawings, including plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, and raceway designs for new and existing substations.
* Support the development of substation one-lines, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and DC schematics.
* Aid in performing basic engineering calculations and preparing reports.
* Contribute to wind power calculations and assist in collection station design.
* Assist in preparing equipment specifications for substation components and construction.

Qualifications:

What you'll bring to our firm:

* Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Electrical Engineering.
* Demonstrated interest in high voltage power engineering, substation design or renewable energy through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic coursework.
* Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
* Strong commitment to learning and professional development. 
* Effective written and verbal communications skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

What we prefer you bring:

* Familiarity with engineering software used in substation design is advantageous.

Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $20.00 - $28.00 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
 
Featured Benefits: 

*  Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

*  Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

*  Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

*  Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.

*  Tuition reimbursement for continued education.

*  Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations

*  Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
			

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