Intern - Electrical Engineering

What You Will Do:

Program Timeframe: Mid-May through mid-August

Join GFT, an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as an Electrical Engineering Intern and gain real-world experience in a dynamic environment. Our inclusive environment will fuel your innovation and imagination while fostering a sense of belonging.

At GFT, the electrical team is dedicated to creating efficient, innovative solutions for electrical systems, ensuring comfort and sustainability in every project. From energy-efficient power systems to advanced HVAC and plumbing designs, our team contributes to a resilient and sustainable built environment, pushing the boundaries of building system design and optimizing performance while addressing the unique needs of each facility. Explore some of our signature projects.

What you'll be challenged to do:

During your internship, you will work on a highly functioning team and aid in providing design services for a wide variety of projects. You''ll receive guidance, supervision and mentorship by experienced engineers and professionals with your success as the goal. The majority of our interns convert to full-time employees.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Conduct site assessments while adhering to electrical codes, and company policies.
• Create electrical engineering drawings in collaboration with Revit operators for accuracy.
• Research equipment/materials, manage engineering data.
• Assist with electrical engineering calculations such as cable sizing and voltage drop. Help organize project files for delivery.

Education | Experience:

What you''ll bring to our firm:

• Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited Bachelor's Degree program in Electrical or Architectural Engineering.
• Demonstrated interest in electrical engineering, building systems and power system analysis through applied academic coursework, past internships, or other experiences.
• Proficient in Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Self-motivated with strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

What we prefer you bring:

• Experience with CADD/Design and Revit software.
• Prior electrical engineering internship or similar experience.
• Active involvement in professional associations, on-campus groups, or community service.

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $21.00 - $28.00 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Ebensburg, PA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Hourly

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

"California Applicants"

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

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