Electrical Engineering Intern

Job Description

Job Description

Loureiro Engineering Associates is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join our Facility Engineering Division in Plainville, CT. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting the design and development of electrical systems as part of our Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) team. Interns will gain exposure to real-world projects involving lighting, power distribution, fire alarm, and renewable energy systems for a range of public and private-sector buildings.

This is a paid internship.

This opportunity is ideal for students who are eager to apply electrical engineering principles in the built environment and develop technical design skills in a professional consulting setting.

What You’ll Do

Assist in the design of electrical systems for buildings, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems

Support the preparation of construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications

Conduct field investigations of existing electrical systems

Perform basic electrical calculations such as load analysis and voltage drop under supervision

Work with AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical modeling tools to support project deliverables

Collaborate with other disciplines (mechanical, plumbing, architectural) on integrated building systems

Attend internal design meetings and client coordination sessions as needed

Who You Are

Curious and motivated to learn about electrical system design in real-world applications

Detail-oriented and eager to contribute to high-quality technical work

Effective communicator, both written and verbal

Reliable, accountable, and able to work well as part of a team

Comfortable receiving feedback and open to continuous improvement

What You Bring

Junior, senior, or graduate-level student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Minimum 3.0 GPA

Interest in building electrical systems and MEP design

Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or electrical design software is a plus

Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Eagerness to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Prior internship or academic project experience related to building systems is a plus

Loureiro Engineering Associates, Inc. is a full-service, employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with operations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, North Carolina, and Missouri. Our areas of expertise include engineering, construction, environmental health & safety, energy, laboratory services, and waste management.

EEO / AAP Statement

Loureiro Engineering Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Loureiro Engineering Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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