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Electrical - Entry Level

CannonDesign

Salary undisclosed

St. Louis, MOInternOn-siteNovice

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Description

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be a member of our multi-disciplinary team and will work under the direction of a licensed engineer. Projects may include new construction and renovation in educational, healthcare, sports, corporate commercial and science and technology.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Under supervision, design lighting, power distribution, communication systems and/or telecommunications systems, and fire alarm systems.
  • Under supervision, prepare technical design documentation.
  • Assist in the review and markup of shop drawing submittals.
  • Produce quality drawings following red lines and verbal instructions
  • Recommend ways to improve process, quality, and coordination efforts.
  • Apply basic understanding of National Electrical Code, chapters 2 and 3
  • May visit job site to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress. Site visits frequently require a physical walk-through of site.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering required by hire date. Bachelor or Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program preferred.
  • Related student internship work experience preferred.
  • EIT/FE preferred.
  • Must have strong communication, teamwork, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
  • Experience in computer applications for engineering design programs (i.e. Revit, Navisworks or similar applications) preferred.

For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits

ABOUT OUR FIRM

CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don't just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It's more than a philosophy — it's who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.

ABOUT WORKING HERE

  • We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
  • We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
  • We're about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we're ready for you.

Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.

As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.

CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm's policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. It is also CannonDesign's policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.

About this role

CannonDesign's St. Louis office is looking for an electrical engineering intern to join a multidisciplinary design team working on projects across education, healthcare, sports, corporate, and science facilities. You'll work under the direction of a licensed engineer, gaining hands-on experience in lighting design, power distribution, communications systems, fire alarm systems, and technical documentation. The role includes preparing and reviewing design drawings, visiting job sites to assess conditions, and contributing ideas to improve processes and coordination.

To be considered, you'll need a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering (ABET accreditation preferred) by your start date, ideally with some prior internship experience and familiarity with design software like Revit or Navisworks. An EIT or FE credential is a plus. The position requires strong communication and organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, and a willingness to do physical site walkthroughs. You should be comfortable with the fundamentals of the National Electrical Code and ready to work in an office-based setting in St. Louis.

This internship suits someone early in their engineering career who wants structured mentorship on real-world electrical systems while contributing to meaningful projects. CannonDesign emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and client focus, and actively supports diversity and inclusion across the firm.

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