Electrical Engineering Intern -- Electrical Analytical Design -- (Summer 2026)

Sargent & Lundy • Chicago, IL

115d • $17 - $27

About The Position

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will be assigned to work on a project team in our Electrical Analytical Division and assist the engineering team members in the execution of their project work. These projects may involve the modeling and analysis of new and/or modifications and upgrades to transmission, substation, distribution, renewable, battery energy storage system and traditional thermal generating units. Working under the direction of senior engineers, this internship will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your academic background in Electrical Engineering in one or more of the following areas: Assist in the preparation of electrical system models and studies. Aid in development of program automation tools using Python and other scripting languages. Work on a variety of tasks associated with project reporting, such as tracking and evaluating project activities, project progress, and associated data. Please note that this internship position does not provide a subsidy for relocation expenses.

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
• Strong academic background and coursework in electrical power systems.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Self-Starter, proactive, able to work independently with minimal direction.
• Ability to quickly identify and prioritize issues, create solutions and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus and/or the community.
• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Prior, related internship or co-op experience.
• Advanced engineering course work in Power Systems, Electric Machines, and/or Power Electronics.
• Prior experience with power system analysis software such as PSS/E, PowerWorld, PSLF, TARA, CYME, Synergi, ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, ATP, or EMTP-RV.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of electrical system models and studies.
• Aid in development of program automation tools using Python and other scripting languages.
• Work on a variety of tasks associated with project reporting, such as tracking and evaluating project activities, project progress, and associated data.

Benefits

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees