Intern - Engineer - Electric Distribution Standards (Richmond, VA)
Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today.
Job Summary
This summer internship will work in the Distribution Standards group. This group evaluates all materials used on the distribution system. The intern will work with a group of experienced engineers on analysis and performance of a variety of materials. Some may be new materials from vendors that will be tested to ensure they meet our requirements to be approved. The intern will also work to perform root cause analysis on materials where failures have occurred. They will also work to review concerns from field employees on applicability of some products and suggest improvements. This will involve some office and some field work along with work in our lab/material recovery and repair center.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
- Pursuing a 4-year ABET Engineering Required, Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Preferred
- Must be a (rising junior) 2027, (rising sophomore) 2028
- Min of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Experience with Microsoft Office products is desired.
- Must be able to follow instructions and be a team player.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid engineering skills, commensurate with grade level.
- Good communication skills, technical writing skills, and computer skills.
- An inquisitive nature, an ability to follow written and verbal directions, and strong professional ethics.
Education Requirements
Pursuing a 4-year ABET Engineering Required, Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Preferred
Must be a (rising junior) 2027, (rising sophomore) 2028
Min of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
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Other Information
We offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
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