Intern - Transmission Line Engineering

What You Will Do :

Program Timeframe : Mid-May through mid-August

Join GFT , an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Transmission 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.

Joining the transmission line team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today's diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future. Discover some of our signature transmission and distribution projects here.

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 :

• Assist in the development of detailed construction drawings for overhead transmission lines, ensuring compliance with client and industry standards.
• Support site visits and inspections during the design and construction phases to verify design intent and ensure installations meet approved specifications.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to assist in developing detailed designs and participate in regular meetings to provide updates on design progress.
• Perform calculations to support design work and create reports to effectively communicate findings.

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What you'll bring to our firm :

What we prefer you bring :

Compensation : The salary range for this role is $20.00 - $28.00 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Featured Benefits :

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 : Monroeville, PA

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

Employment Status : Hourly

Salary Range : $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

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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