Intern Engineer - Electrical

WB Engineers+Consultants · United States

  • Internship

About the role

Internship Overview

This internship offers electrical engineering students hands-on experience in building systems design using BIM tools like Revit and AutoCAD. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of MEP projects—from concept through construction.

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Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand how an MEP consulting firm operates.
  • Learn to design electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and signal systems.
  • Gain experience using BIM software (Revit, AutoCAD) for electrical layout and documentation.
  • Participate in site visits and observe real-world installations and coordination.

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Responsibilities

  • Assist project teams in electrical design preparation and execution.
  • Support design and administration teams with documentation and coordination.
  • Attend site visits with engineers to observe field conditions and system installations.
  • Contribute to administrative and operational tasks as needed.

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Preferred Coursework

Students who have completed or are currently enrolled in the following types of courses will be best prepared for this internship: Power & Systems Courses

  • Electrical Power Systems
  • Power Electronics
  • Electric Machines
  • Energy Conversion
  • Protective Relaying
  • Building Electrical Systems

General & Design Courses

  • Circuits and Systems
  • Lighting Design
  • Digital Systems / Signal Processing
  • Engineering Graphics / CAD

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Qualifications

  • Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 0–2 years of internship or relevant experience.
  • Strong initiative and ownership mindset.
  • Ability to grasp technical concepts and apply them in design.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit preferred.

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