About the role#
HGA offers a paid summer internship for electrical engineering students in 2027. This position runs for approximately 12 weeks, starting on or before June 1, 2027, and continuing through mid-August. You will work on-site in Minneapolis, Milwaukee, or Washington, DC.
What you'll do#
- Assist with lighting designs that balance technical performance and aesthetics.
- Support the design of power distribution and lighting systems for commercial, institutional, and healthcare facilities.
- Perform electrical engineering calculations and technical analyses.
- Research codes and regulations while coordinating with city, county, and state officials.
- Review reports, drawings, test results, and design documentation.
- Use industry-standard engineering and design software to support project delivery.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on projects from concept through implementation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering program, with an emphasis in electrical systems.
- You must be entering your junior year of undergraduate study or higher, or be currently enrolled in graduate school.
- Experience with electrical analysis software such as ETAP, EasyPower, DAPPER, or CAPTOR.
- Knowledge of AGi32 or Visual Pro.
- Strong skills in communication, collaboration, and problem-solving.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred, and familiarity with Revit is a plus.
Location & details#
- Locations: Minneapolis, MN; Milwaukee, WI; or Washington, DC.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This is a full-time, paid internship. Sponsorship is not provided.
About HGA
HGA is an interdisciplinary design firm founded in 1953. Based in Minneapolis, the company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It provides services in architecture, planning, engineering, and interior design. The firm operates across several sectors, including healthcare, education, government, and corporate markets.
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