Civil Engineering Internship - Substation and Power Generation
Olsson
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Description
Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.
We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
As a summer 2027 engineering student intern with Olsson's Substation and Power Generation (Power Delivery) Team, you will perform meaningful, hands-on, real-world work that will transform your classroom experience and help you envision your future career.
Depending on your area of interest you could learn things like:
- CAD design processes and standards
- Physical arrangement and protection for medium voltage >1kV, High voltage >69,000V, and Extra high voltage >230kV systems.
- Substation Structure and Foundation design
- Interpreting geotechnical information
- Equipment mounting, basic steel member analysis, basic steel node analysis
- Basic foundation design principles and analysis
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others.
- Having ownership in the work you do.
- Using your talents to positively affect communities.
You bring to the team:
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to contribute and work well on a team
- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in civil or mechanical engineering
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving and math skills
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Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee, you will:
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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Benefits
- 401(k)
- paid time off
- wellness program
About this role
Working on Olsson's Power Delivery team this summer means diving into real substation and power generation projects from day one. You'll move beyond textbooks into hands-on CAD design, learning how medium, high, and extra-high voltage systems are physically arranged and protected. The work spans substation structure and foundation design, equipment mounting, steel analysis, and interpreting geotechnical data—giving you concrete experience in the technical depth of power infrastructure.
This internship suits civil or mechanical engineering students who are comfortable with AutoCAD or Revit, strong in Excel and Word, and genuinely interested in collaborative problem-solving. You'll need solid math skills, attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of your contributions. Olsson emphasizes a people-centric culture where interns are expected to grow meaningfully during their time here, not just observe.
The position is based in Fayetteville, Arkansas and in-office. As an intern you won't receive the full benefits package that full-time employees get, though Olsson does offer competitive 401(k) matching and wellness programs to all staff, and the company has supported flexible work arrangements where possible.
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