Mechanical Engineering Internship - Substation and Power Generation

As a summer 2027 engineering student intern with Olsson's Substation and Power Generation (Power Delivery) Team, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career. Depending on your area of interest you could learn things like CAD design processes and standards, physical arrangement and protection for medium voltage >1kV, high voltage >69,000V, and extra high voltage >230kV systems, protection schemes, control wiring and fiber communications, basic relaying, fault identification and isolation, physical arrangement, air insulation clearances, lightning protection analysis, load breaking mechanisms, conductor ampacities, electrical studies, basic electrical fault force analysis, basic grounding safety studies, basic load flow studies, substation structure and foundation design, interpreting geotechnical information, equipment mounting, basic steel member analysis, basic steel node analysis, basic foundation design principles and analysis.

Responsibilities

Perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work

Requirements

Working collaboratively with others; Having ownership in the work you do; Using your talents to positively affect communities; Strong communication skills; Ability to contribute and work well on a team; Pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering; Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit; Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; Strong attention to detail; Strong problem-solving and math skills

Benefits

Competitive 401(k) match; Tailored development paths; Flexible work arrangements; Work that has a positive impact on communities; Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles; Health care, vision, dental, paid time off, and bonus system for full-time employees