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Substation Design Intern

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Part-time, in-office internship in Knoxville, TN helping engineers produce high-voltage power substation design packages (34.5kV–500kV), likely using AutoCAD. Intended for students pursuing at least an AS (or a BS) in a technically related field, for Winter Break 2026 and/or Summer Break 2027.

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The successful candidate will be working toward an Associate of Science Degree (minimum) or Bachelor of Science Degree in a technically related field. This intern will work closely with engineering resources in development of high-quality Substation design packages. Efficiency with AutoCAD is a plus. Strong communication skills (written and verbal) are a requirement. The successful candidate will work in an in-office, collaborative team environment to provide engineered design packages for constructability of Power Substations ranging in voltage levels from 34.5K to 500kV. This is a part-time position (up to 40 hours per week) for either Winter Break 2026 and/or Summer Break 2027.

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