Substation Engineering Internship

Substation Engineering Internship

Mesa seeks a talented, detail-oriented, hardworking engineering student to begin learning substation design (both P&C and physical design opportunities are available) part-time during the Spring 2026 semester, located at our Knoxville, TN office. This role has the opportunity to roll into full-time Summer internship, as well. The successful candidate will build a foundation of working in a professional environment, learn the fundamentals of project execution skills, and grow in knowledge of the technical workings of a substation. Tools utilized may range from MicroStation, AutoCAD, Inventor, and Microsoft Office products. Experience in these software suites is preferred but not required. The superior candidate will be a self-starter that loves to learn CAD software and takes ownership and pride in producing high quality, error-free CAD work.

Responsibilities:

• Perform 2D drafting activities for designers and engineers.
• Create 3D parts and assemblies in various CAD programs.
• Redraw raster images to native CAD programs.
• The successful candidate may be asked to lead small drafting intensive projects.
• Occasionally performs non-technical drafting support for assigned projects, utilizing various computer aided design technology.
• Assigned basic, routine drafting work with few technical items requiring resolution.
• Learn and apply basic design concepts for entry level substation projects.
• Responsible for back checking own work to minimize rework.
• The ideal candidate will become proficient in understanding assigned drawings and will eventually progress to drawing creation and design.
• May occasionally assist engineers and designers with various administrative functions.
• Attend a site visit to see the workings of a substation in person.
• Successful candidates will discuss potential work schedule that can be balanced with school work. A minimum of 10 hours per week is preferred. It is understood that some weeks will vary due to school conflicts.
• Successful candidates will also have the possibility to continue working full-time during the Summer of 2026 (expected 30+ hours per week). This opportunity is available in both the Knoxville, TN and Chattanooga, TN offices.

Notice to External Search Firms: Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic

Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Flexibility

Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Preferred

Some college or better in Civil Engineering

Some college or better in Electrical Engineering

Some college or better in Mechanical Engineering

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