Electrical Engineering Intern

About the role

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL), in its Government Services Department, is looking for an Electrical Engineering Intern in Pullman, WA. The department develops custom products and carries out basic and applied research for the United States Government. Interns work part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer, and both undergraduate and graduate students are welcome. U.S. citizenship is required.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of SEL processes and technologies.
• Conduct applied research and design experiments using power system equipment and software.
• Document and communicate test results.
• Provide technical support to SEL staff and customers.

Required profile

• U.S. citizen.
• At least two to three years of undergraduate study in electrical engineering.
• Able to work in person part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer in Pullman, WA.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of modern test equipment such as power supplies and digital oscilloscopes.
• Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems.
• Nice to have: experience programming in MATLAB or Python, a basic understanding of signals and systems, and experience with RTDS/RSCAD, ATP/EMTP-RV or other power system modeling software.

What we offer

• Pay of $24.25 to $33.00 per hour, depending on the internship role and year in school.
• Flexible schedules arranged with managers to fit classes and studying.
• Competitive pay, superior benefits and the possibility of being hired for a full-time role after graduation.
• Wellness resources, community connection and retirement savings options.