Internship Program: Switchgear Modernization Engineer

Eaton Corporation • Greenwood, SC

4d • $21 - $26

About The Position

The Switchgear Modernization Engineer Internship is a paid summer internship with Eaton’s Electrical Engineering Services and Systems global service team. Interns work on projects with measurable business impact and receive coaching and mentoring from division leaders. The role develops hands-on technical expertise in testing, troubleshooting, analyzing, and improving power systems while collaborating with engineers, manufacturing teams, and customers. Eaton’s switchgear modernization solutions renovate existing equipment to extend the useful life of aging electrical power systems, improving reliability and safety while minimizing power interruptions and avoiding total replacement.

Interns receive a structured training and development curriculum that includes instructor-led and virtual classrooms, eLearning, and on-the-job training. The internship culminates in a formal presentation to organizational leaders, with feedback on participants’ performance. The role may involve up to 25% travel within a local region and requires geographic flexibility to relocate within the United States.

Requirements

• Be actively enrolled in or have received a degree in a bachelor’s or master’s program focused on engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8.
• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Transportation to and from the worksite and for incidental business travel is the intern’s responsibility.
• Working knowledge of test equipment and diagnostic instruments for automation and power management systems.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting, test, and repair techniques.
• Able to perform the physical tasks described, including standing, walking, stooping, squatting, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and handling or feeling with the hands; frequently climbing and regularly handling up to 50 pounds; and occasionally pushing or pulling more than 50 pounds with assistance.
• May be required to drive extended distances, work in extreme weather and temperature conditions, work in areas with poor lighting or ventilation and dust, and be exposed to high noise levels.
• Successfully complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy, including role-applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker program and required annual recertifications.
• Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position, including CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, or the visa and immigration statuses listed in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering at an accredited institution.
• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Demonstrated leadership experience on campus or in the community.
• Prior experience related to the electrical or power industry.
• Experience testing, troubleshooting, evaluating, and servicing electrical distribution and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Test products using electrical, electronic, and mechanical tools and equipment, and verify that they meet customer specifications.
• Prepare and verify technical CAD drawings, schematics, bills of materials, and layouts.
• Analyze nonstandard equipment for manufacturability.
• Diagnose and resolve issues independently or with engineering support, and maintain accurate test records.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams and customers.
• Complete and maintain compliance with Eaton’s safety program and policy, including applicable portions of the EESS Qualified Electrical Worker program and required annual recertifications.
• Present internship success stories to organizational leaders at the conclusion of the summer internship.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with market practices.
• Eaton provides health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work; availability may depend on eligibility factors.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern