High School Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)Chicago, IL

About The Position

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical. School matters. SEL managers work with their interns to arrange flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying while working part-time during the school year. We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation. We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation. Ask our team about other intern benefits including wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.

Requirements

  • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
  • Current high school student
  • Ability to perform basic word processing and spreadsheet functions
  • Ability to be flexible, show initiative, and learn new skills
  • Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
  • Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of data entry/databases, computers

Responsibilities

  • Organize and update electronic files and databases.
  • Maintain filing systems by creating, filing, and archiving records.
  • Photocopy, compile, and distribute documents as needed.
  • Assist with the coordination of meetings, trainings and/or events.
  • Perform special project as assigned.
  • Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
  • Understand. Create. Simplify.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Superior benefits
  • Inspiring work
  • Employee-owners
  • Wellness resources
  • Community connection
  • Kickstarting retirement savings
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