Power Systems Control Intern

SC Electric • Chicago, IL

75d • Hybrid

About The Position

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career. Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Requirements

• Enrolled in an Electrical Engineering program at an accredited university.
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with or interest in SCADA protocols such as Modbus and DNP3.
• Familiarity with or interest in electrical power generation, distribution, and/or microgrids.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or other drawing programs.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to project engineering efforts and work closely with multiple team members to directly support project work.
• Develop an understanding of how to read and interpret electrical design drawings, including one-line, three-line, communication, and wiring diagrams.
• Create and update electrical design drawings in AutoCAD.
• Assist with Factory Acceptance Testing of S&C manufactured equipment, including developing procedures and performing physical testing.
• Design and implement test environments for real-world applications in the hardware lab.
• Design and develop communication libraries for the GridMaster Microgrid Control System.
• Document and communicate effectively to internal stakeholders, including writing reports and delivering presentations.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay Period
• Full-Time Summer 2026 Internship

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees