About the role#
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers is looking for an Electrification Engineer Intern to join the Rail Transit Systems Group in McLean, Virginia. This full-time internship takes place during the summer of 2027. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team focused on design-build infrastructure projects.
What you'll do#
- Create preliminary and detailed engineering designs for facility electrical and traction power systems.
- Run load calculations and coordination studies for traction power and facility electrical systems.
- Conduct Traction Power Load Flow Studies.
- Write technical reports and white papers.
- Carry out field surveys and field tests.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program for Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- A GPA above 3.0 is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
- A strong work ethic and a commitment to safety, ethics, and integrity.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organization, time management, and communication skills.
- Initiative and a focus on detail.
Location & details#
- Location: McLean, VA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
About Kiewit
Kiewit is a construction and engineering organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1884, the company operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It provides services in markets such as transportation, mining, energy, and water infrastructure. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of over 26,000 people.
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