Intern - Substation Engineering
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Substation Engineering Intern for a program running from mid-May through mid-August. The intern will join the power team and gain practical experience supporting design services for a variety of client projects in power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy. The role works as part of a team, with guidance, supervision, and mentorship from experienced engineers and professionals. The intern will support substation design and engineering tasks, including drawings, power systems, calculations, reports, renewable energy work, and equipment specifications. The position is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Core business hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Compensation is $21.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on experience and geographic location. GFT is a privately held architecture, engineering, and construction firm with more than 5,000 employees and is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Demonstrate interest in high-voltage power engineering, substation design, or renewable energy through internships, work experience, or applied academic coursework.
- Have familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
- Show a strong commitment to learning and professional development.
- Have effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with engineering software used in substation design.
Responsibilities
- Assist in developing substation layout drawings, including plans and elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, and raceway designs for new and existing substations.
- Support development of substation one-lines, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and DC schematics.
- Assist with basic engineering calculations and preparation of reports.
- Contribute to wind power calculations and assist in collection station design.
- Assist in preparing equipment specifications for substation components and construction.
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Career Level
Intern
