Intern

About the Role

Data Communications Engineering is seeking a motivated and curious intern to join our T&D team. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on engineering experience supporting substation SCADA, automation, networking, and communications projects across the Transmission & Distribution system. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers and technical teams while gaining exposure to areas such as RTAC and HMI development, communications and network configuration, synchrophasor systems, and emerging technologies such as IEC 61850 and Software Defined Networking (SDN).

Key Responsibilities

• Review substation one-line, functional, elementary, and wiring diagrams to understand project scope and communications requirements.
• Gain hands-on experience developing and updating configurations for substation automation and communications equipment using protocols such as DNP, Modbus, SEL Fast Messaging, and MMS.
• Assist engineers with configuring, testing, and troubleshooting RTACs, HMIs, PDCs, IEDs, network equipment, and other substation communications devices.
• Learn and apply established engineering standards, configuration practices, naming conventions, data governance requirements, and cybersecurity practices.
• Explore new communications devices, protocols, technologies, and system architectures through evaluation and testing for potential use within substations.
• Participate in team meetings, technical discussions, and knowledge-sharing opportunities to develop a broader understanding of Data Communications Engineering.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments.
• Equally effective with working independently or in a team environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing.
• Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, fundamentals, and theory.
• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor of Science in Engineering program.
• Disciplines: Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering are preferred.
• Candidate must have a 3.0 minimum GPA or greater.
• Must be graduating in Spring 2028 or later.

Hourly Rate: $23.00 - $29.00