About the role#
Pike Engineering is hiring an Electrical Engineering student for a paid, full-time internship in Pittsburgh. This role involves supporting various engineering initiatives and projects on-site. You will work with a team to manage project documentation, schedules, and technical tasks.
What you'll do#
- Support engineering projects and initiatives.
- Manage spreadsheets, databases, and project spending documentation.
- Create project schedules, milestones, and deliverables using Microsoft Project.
- Develop operational and maintenance training documentation.
- Handle clerical tasks like document creation, review, and filing.
- Assist with small capital or expense projects.
- Solve technical issues using engineering principles.
- Draft project savings and justification documents.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited college or university pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree.
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Capacity to manage complex tasks and conflicting priorities.
Location & details#
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Pike Engineering
Pike Engineering operates as a technical services and consulting firm for the electric utility industry. It provides engineering and project management services ranging from power engineering to energy delivery. The company was founded in 1945 and maintains its headquarters in Fort Mill, South Carolina. It functions as part of the Pike Corporation and employs over 10,000 people.
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