OPP Lighting/Electrical Engineer Intern
About The Position
Penn State’s Office of the Physical Plant (OPP), Design & Engineering Services Department, is seeking a Lighting/Electrical Engineering Intern for Spring 2027 and Summer 2027. The department provides architectural, engineering, and building code/permitting services for Penn State projects, primarily renovations and small additions up to $4 million. The Electrical Engineering Group supports the campus’s existing building electrical systems. The intern will assist with lighting and electrical design, calculations, documentation, on-site evaluations, and project reviews, applying relevant standards and codes to Penn State projects. The position may provide exposure to the design, construction, and operation of building power, lighting, and emergency backup power systems, as well as learning opportunities involving power distribution, utility underground distribution, micro-grids, combined heat and power plants, and natural gas/diesel power generation. Interns typically use and develop skills with software such as Agi32, Visual Controls, and Bluebeam. The internship also includes an asynchronous educational component covering lighting, lighting controls, and electrical system design principles, along with exposure to electrical topics, lighting/electrical manufacturers, and industry trends. The position is located at University Park. During fall and spring semesters, interns may work up to 20 hours per week; during summer, interns are expected to work 40 hours per week. Compensation is $16 per hour for undergraduate students and $17 per hour for graduate students. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the posting will remain open until January 31, 2027, or until a qualified candidate is selected, whichever comes first. Employment requires successful completion of background checks. The role also requires operating a motor vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and a motor vehicle records check.
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in architectural engineering or electrical engineering; students in these fields are encouraged to apply.
- Submit a cover letter, resume, and two reference letters.
- Successfully complete required background check(s).
- Operate a motor vehicle as part of job duties and hold a valid driver’s license; successful completion of a motor vehicle records check is required.
Responsibilities
- Perform lighting and electrical design, calculations, and documentation.
- Assist with on-site lighting/electrical evaluations and project review.
- Apply lighting and electrical standards and codes to Penn State projects.
- Participate in the internship’s asynchronous educational component covering lighting, lighting controls, electrical system design principles, and related industry topics.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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