Substation Engineering Intern or Co-op — Summer 2027

Job overview

The Substation Engineering Intern or Co-op — Summer 2027 role is an onsite position in Cleveland, OH. Compensation is not specified. Nexus Engineering Group’s project teams support electrical power projects for utilities, industrial facilities, renewable energy developments, and critical infrastructure clients. The intern supports engineers and designers with substation engineering and design deliverables, gaining practical exposure to power delivery projects. The work contributes to project development while building technical skills through mentorship and collaboration with experienced team members.

What you'll do

• Assist with engineering drawings, calculations, reports, and technical documentation
• support electrical design for transmission and distribution substations
• help create and revise diagrams, schematics, equipment layouts, conduit plans, grounding drawings, and construction packages
• perform calculations under engineer guidance
• participate in site visits, field investigations, and construction support when project opportunities allow
• learn and apply engineering standards and codes.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

substation engineering intern

co-op

summer 2027

onsite

cleveland oh

nexus engineering group

electrical engineering

power systems

substations

autocad

transmission and distribution

engineering design

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Mentorship, technical development, and real-world project experience.

Why this role

Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related discipline. A minimum GPA of 3.0, AutoCAD or drafting software experience, and Microsoft Office proficiency are preferred. The company does not provide employment visa sponsorship, including CPT or OPT.

About the employer

Nexus Engineering Group is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.