About the role#
As a Rail Systems Intern at Hatch, you will support our Infrastructure group from our Ambler, Pennsylvania office. This is a full-time, paid, on-site position. You will work alongside senior engineers and designers on projects involving signaling, traction power, communications, SCADA, rail track, and systems integration.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures to rail and transit projects.
- Assist with technical design reviews and check calculations.
- Help design power distribution systems.
- Coordinate with technicians and other disciplines to produce design deliverables.
- Prepare detailed designs, drawings, and specifications based on notes.
- Support senior staff with project tasks and overall project completion.
- Develop your technical communication and report writing skills.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program for Electrical Engineering.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- A genuine interest in pursuing a career in rail and transit design.
- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation.
- Experience or knowledge of a consultancy environment working on infrastructure projects.
- Ability to work in a team with multidisciplinary interaction.
- Willingness to travel to various project sites and Hatch offices.
- Extracurricular involvement is expected.
- Previous internship or co-op experience is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Ambler, Pennsylvania.
- This is an on-site role. We value in-person collaboration.
- Hatch does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
- Applicants must submit a transcript, either official or unofficial, with their application.
About Hatch
Hatch is a professional services firm that operates in the metals, energy, infrastructure, digital, and investment sectors. Founded in 1955, the company is employee-owned and maintains a global presence with operations in over 150 countries. It employs more than 10,000 people and is headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario. The firm provides engineering, project management, and consulting services to support capital projects and operational performance.
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