About the role#
McClure Engineering in St. Louis is hiring an Electrical Engineering Intern. This is a full-time, paid position with a rolling start date. You will work under the supervision of experienced engineers to support electrical design projects. The work is primarily based in our facility, though you will spend about 10% of your time at project or construction sites. Field work requires physical activity such as walking, bending, climbing ladders, and lifting items over 50 pounds. We provide all necessary safety gear.
What you'll do#
- Design lighting, power distribution, and communication systems, including fire alarms.
- Work with mechanical and electrical drafters to produce construction documents.
- Analyze data and write technical reports.
- Assist in the development of electrical systems and circuits.
- Research and select equipment that meets project and client requirements.
- Communicate with project stakeholders.
- Perform field inspections to verify site conditions.
What you'll need#
- You must have completed your junior year of an Electrical Engineering degree at an ABET accredited institution by the start of the internship.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- The ability to learn from experienced engineers and apply that knowledge to future tasks.
- A willingness to handle both technical analysis and hands-on field work.
- Previous engineering internship or related experience is preferred.
- Leadership experience in university activities is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: St. Louis, Missouri.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About McClure Engineering-St. Louis (MEP)
McClure Engineering is a mechanical and electrical consulting firm based in St. Louis. Founded in 1953, the company specializes in building and campus systems, including lighting, fire protection, and acoustics. It employs approximately 135 people. The firm focuses on energy systems engineering and has a history of developing diagnostic programs for building energy consumption.
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