Gannett Fleming-posted about 1 month ago
$21 - $28/Yr
Intern
Hybrid • Roanoke, VA
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

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.

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