Power Engineer Intern

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative, and detail-oriented individual for a Power Engineering Internship with our R&D Protection Systems department in King of Prussia, PA. The ideal candidate for this position will be able to work part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer. If you are a current student looking for an opportunity to develop your electrical/power engineering skills, learn from industry leading engineers, and enhance your academic learning, then this may be the position for you!

Typical Day

• Providing Technical support to SEL staff & customers.
• Developing and maintaining knowledge in SEL processes and technologies.
• Performing testing on new and existing technology.
• Documenting and communicating test results.

Job Requirements

• You are a current student pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering with at least two years of technical coursework completed.
• You have practical knowledge of electrical power systems, including three-phase circuits analysis and power flow.
• You have some knowledge of power systems operation, control and protection concepts.
• You have some experience with MATLAB, Simulink or PSCAD for power systems simulation.
• You are willing to learn more about SEL protective relays and automation controllers.
• You have the ability to use Microsoft Office software.
• You have the ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.

Location - This position is 100% onsite in King of Prussia, PA.

King of Prussia, PA - This position is located in King of Prussia, PA. Located just twenty miles from Philadelphia, its close proximity allows residents to enjoy all that the big city has to offer. Enjoy easy access to trails along the river, or attend sporting events nearby. The diverse options make King of Prussia the perfect place to call home.

We challenge and rely on our interns to contribute high-quality work that adds value to our company and gives you an advantage with real-world experiences when seeking jobs after graduation. We aim to bring great talent to SEL and although not guaranteed, interns are frequently hired for full-time roles upon graduation. Other intern benefits include wellness resources, community connection, and kickstarting retirement savings.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Superior benefits.
• Inspiring work.
• Pay Range Data ($24.25 - $33.00 per hour)*

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

We communicate with all applicants.

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.