Substation Engineering Intern

TRC Companies • NY-Liverpool, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

TRC is seeking highly motivated and diverse Substation Engineering Interns for its Summer 2027 internship program. This paid, full-time position is based in the Liverpool, New York office, with an anticipated June through August 2027 duration that is flexible. Interns work under the supervision of Project Managers and Team Leaders and partner with engineers, scientists, and technologists. The role may offer the potential to transition into a full-time position upon graduation. Applications are automatically submitted to Summer Internship Program openings in more than 150 U.S. locations.

TRC describes its work as combining science and technology to develop innovative solutions for commercial, industrial, and government clients and their communities. The company emphasizes collaboration, meaningful projects, employee development, and training in new skills and certifications.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Be a senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a project team, with demonstrated oral communication, professional judgment, and team-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to learn and benefit from professional judgment and critique.
• Willingness to solve problems and overcome issues.
• Strong ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Must have taken courses in power, power systems, and/or circuits.
• Must possess a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with engineering software applications such as AutoCAD, Mathcad, ESRI, MicroStation, Bluebeam, Aspen, or SolidWorks; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support project tasks, including regulatory requirements and review estimates, research, and procurement support.
• Assist substation engineers with design work and project calculations.
• Perform data entry, data management, data evaluation, and data presentation.
• Support preparation of reports, plans, and specifications for clients.
• Work on field assignments as needed.
• Work with leaders, mentors, and teammates.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as necessary.
• Drive occasionally as part of project responsibilities.

Benefits

• Interns and 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