About the role#
The Transmission Line Asset Strategy and Standards Non-Engineering Intern will support the team responsible for maintaining asset health, engineering designs, and technical documentation. This role involves applying cost analysis and public policy directives to engineering standards. You will work alongside experienced engineers to gain insight into the broader electrical operations organization.
What you'll do#
- Review engineering calculations and cost analyses.
- Assist engineers with transmission line standard designs, processes, and procedures.
- Support updates and enhancements to engineering drawings.
- Map records to business processes related to transmission line encroachments.
- Perform data entry for risk models.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Business, Economics, History, Public Policy, or a related field at an accredited university.
- Must be continuing education during or after the internship term.
- A cumulative and major GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimal direction.
Location & details#
- Location: Oakland, California.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Pacific Gas and Electric Company
Pacific Gas and Electric Company is a utility provider based in Oakland, California. It operates as a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation and manages the transmission and delivery of natural gas and electricity. The company serves approximately 15 million people across northern and central California. Its infrastructure includes over 140,000 miles of electric distribution lines and tens of thousands of miles of gas pipelines.
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