Intern Substation Engineering - Civil
About The Position
NiSource is currently seeking a Summer Substation Engineering - Civil Intern. Successful applicants will become integral members of the department while learning within a team environment, completing meaningful tasks and collaborating with team members and leaders on important projects. This position will be a great opportunity for the candidate desiring to launch their career in the field. Successful applicants will build professional relationships with other interns and all levels of NiSource personnel while participating in rewarding professional development exercises and fun, team-building activities. Interns will obtain a broad overview of NiSource's operations and current events in the utilities industry. This is a 12-week summer internship program starting in May 2027, for students entering their junior or senior year in fall 2027. The role is based in Merrillville, IN. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the reporting location to be eligible. Job Summary This role will assist and be under the guidance of other engineering staff working on projects to meet various utility facility needs. This position may also require the successful candidate to evaluate, design, estimate, and provide project management of electric and gas facilities at various levels of complexity.
Requirements
- Current student of an accredited, four-year Electrical or Civil Engineering program
- Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study
- Ability to work 40 hrs/week
- Proficiency with PC applications and prefer strong skills with AutoCad and MS Excel & Access
- Proven communication skills
- Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship
- Safety consciousness required
- Possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to express technical concepts effectively, both verbal and written
- Interpersonal skills which are effective in communication with internal and external customers.
- Quick learner with the willingness to remain flexible in various work assignments.
Responsibilities
- Collecting and analyzing data and reviewing records.
- Creating job order sketches using AutoCad.
- Perform field measurements
- Assemble data to create job order estimates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
