Power Distribution Intern

TRC Companies, Inc. • Ceredo, WV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

TRC, Member of WSP, is hiring a Power Distribution Intern for its Summer 2027 internship program, based out of the Arlington, Texas office. The position is paid and full-time, with an anticipated June through August 2027 duration that is flexible. The intern will work under the supervision of Project Managers and Team Leaders and partner with engineers, scientists, and technologists. The role may have the potential to transition into a full-time position upon graduation.

The intern will support electric utility distribution projects through design development, documentation, and project coordination. The work is primarily office-based and offers exposure to utility design standards, engineering workflows, and project delivery processes. Compensation is listed at $20.00–$28.00 per hour and may vary based on experience, education, skill level, location, and other compensable factors. The employee may also be eligible to participate in the Company’s annual discretionary bonus program, subject to company, business segment, and individual performance.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Be a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor's or associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid technical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Honest, fun, hard-working, and ready to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design development, documentation, and project coordination for electric utility distribution projects.
• Review maps and utility records.
• Update design drawings and construction sketches.
• Prepare bills of material and cost estimates.
• Organize project documentation.
• Assist with overhead and underground distribution design tasks for projects such as line extensions, pole replacements, service upgrades, and reliability improvements.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

• Interns/trainees receive benefits in accordance with the laws of their state or country of residence.
• May be eligible to participate in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against Key Performance Indicators.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree