About the role#
As a Power Intern, you will work on power delivery projects while gaining experience under the supervision of a licensed engineer or project manager. You will connect with company leaders and recent graduates through our mentorship and young professionals programs. This role is on-site and requires a commitment of up to 20 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Apply standard electrical engineering techniques and procedures.
- Support substation design projects by working on project drawings.
- Assist with data entry and project filing for deliverables.
- Perform other tasks as needed to support the team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate engineering program.
- An Electrical Engineering major with a focus on Power.
- Completion of at least three years toward your degree with a 3.0 or higher GPA.
- Completed coursework in Basic Circuits Analysis and Electric Machines.
- Interest in high voltage power system design and protection.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Basic Microsoft Office skills and knowledge of industry-related software.
- A commitment to participating in our employee-owned culture.
- An inquisitive mind.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Irvine, California.
- Local candidates are preferred.
- Work is on-site only.
About HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm that provides engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. The company operates globally across sectors including healthcare, transportation, energy, and water resources. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, it employs over 17,000 people. It maintains a large network of offices to support its diverse project portfolio.
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