About the role#
RESPEC is hiring a Student Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term in Anchorage, Alaska. This is a temporary, part-time position where you will work under the direction of senior staff and supervisors. You will join our Facilities group to learn how professional services are provided through infrastructure design and construction document preparation. You will collaborate with technical mentors, local architects, and our multidisciplinary team to support both public and private sector projects.
What you'll do#
- Calculate lighting, power, and signal system components.
- Create drawings for electrical designs.
- Assist in construction administration activities.
- Support project teams with mechanical calculations, design, and construction tasks.
- Work with electrical engineering staff and field construction inspectors on design and construction projects.
- Participate in infrastructure design, construction document preparation, and site observations.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university.
- Current studies toward a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
- Prior experience in design or construction.
- Proficiency with computers and modern collaboration technologies.
- A willingness to learn and grow.
Location & details#
- Location: Anchorage, AK.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About RESPEC
RESPEC is a professional services firm that provides technical expertise to clients across sectors like mining, energy, and water resources. The company employs between 501 and 1,000 people, including engineers, scientists, and programmers. It maintains a headquarters in Rapid City, South Dakota. The firm manages complex technical projects, ranging from large-scale data migrations to structural work on landmarks.
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