Transmission Engineer Internships
Transmission engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working alongside working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, with Sargent & Lundy, Black & Veatch, and Ulteig among the employers posting roles now.
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Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.
As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.
Company : Black & Veatch Corporation
Req Id : 117978
Opportunity Type : College Intern
Relocation eligible : Yes
Full time/Part time : Full-Time
Project Only Hire : No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No
Why Black & Veatch?
At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.
We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.
You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.
Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.
With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.
Job Summary
As a Structural Engineer (Transmission Line) Summer Intern at Black & Veatch, you will play a meaningful role in addressing some of the world’s most critical infrastructure challenges. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to diverse, impactful projects that support our clients’ goals while fostering your professional growth and advancing the success of Black & Veatch.
Chosen candidates will be located in (or relocate to) Overland Park (KS), Bloomington (MN), Dallas (TX), or Houston (TX).
Key Responsibilities
- Support development of design specifications and contract drawings
- Perform variety of tasks to support engineering analyses, report production, and designs
- Prepare basic calculations
- Analyze systems utilizing computer modeling
- Organize and file project materials and references
Preferred Qualifications
- Analytical skills
- Communications skills, both written and oral
- Initiative
- Self-starter, highly motivated
- Attention to detail
- Mathematical skills
- Problem solving skills
Minimum Qualifications
No experience required. Current enrollment in ABET accredited university in Civil Engineering program with a preferred emphasis in Structural Engineering. Preference in coursework is at least 1 design course. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
This intern position is expected to be in the office on a full-time basis.
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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.
Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.
By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.
BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.
Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.
In accordance with local law, the following Hourly compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $19.71 - $36.86
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Transmission Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy19

- Black & Veatch5

- Ulteig1

- AES Corporation1

- ENERCON SERVICES1

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
Tips for Your Transmission Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large utilities, independent system operators, and engineering firms open summer internship applications the preceding fall. If you wait until spring, the structured cohort programs are often already full. Set a reminder to search transmission engineer internship openings in August and September for the following summer.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for transmission engineer interns have limited work history to evaluate, so give them something concrete. Document two or three projects using power flow simulation tools, protection relay settings, or grid modeling software, note the tools used, and link to any write-ups or design files you can share publicly.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster than online portals allow. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to smaller cohort programs at the same time to widen the pool you reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud before applying
Transmission engineer internship interviews typically include a technical screen covering power systems concepts, circuit analysis, or protection and control fundamentals. Practice answering problems out loud and explaining your reasoning step by step, because interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you land the right answer.
Target structured rotational programs at large employers
Many large utilities and grid operators run rotational or university internship cohorts specifically designed to train people new to transmission engineering. These programs recruit early and fill fast. Identify the ones aligned with your graduation year and apply in the first wave, not after you have exhausted other options.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 0% of the transmission engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start applying, then filter by location and work type so you are not sorting through roles you cannot take or relocating for a position you hadn't planned on.
Transmission Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a transmission engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For transmission engineer candidates, a documented portfolio of relevant designs, simulations, or technical analyses gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a transmission engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For transmission engineer interns, what actually drives it is performance on real project deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early in the internship you signal interest in returning. Position for a return offer by owning your work and communicating with your manager, without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for transmission engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large utilities, grid operators, and engineering firms recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with application windows closing months before the start date. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates, so transmission engineer internship openings appear year-round and reward consistent searching rather than a single seasonal push.
Are transmission engineer internships paid?
Most professional transmission engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location. Listings show pay where the employer chooses to disclose it, so search the openings here and check individual postings for compensation details before applying.
What should a transmission engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools and software used, such as power flow simulation platforms, CAD tools, or protection relay configurations, and link to any public write-ups or design files where available. Add relevant coursework in power systems, circuit analysis, or grid operations, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote transmission engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 100% of the transmission engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early and filter by work type to see those openings before they close.
Can international students get transmission engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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