Telecommunications Engineering Intern: Year-round

Apply by Date: 07/25/2025
Hourly Minimum Pay Rate: $23.63
Hourly Maximum Pay Rate: $28.80

 

SMUD's Operational Technology Network Engineering (OTNE) department is excited to offer a student internship opportunity within the Telecommunications Wireless Engineering team. Our OTNE department focuses on delivering high-reliability communication systems and services essential for operating the power grid.

 

The internship position will provide hands-on experience in telecommunications engineering. This role is designed for students looking to develop their skills and gain practical experience in the field.

 

The Telecommunications Engineering Intern will:

• Assist in the planning, design, development and maintenance of network systems
• Assist engineers in defining functional and system requirements
• Developing design criteria to meet current and future needs
• Provide field survey assistance when required
• Assist in creating, updating and/or correcting regulatory compliance processes including audits, certifications and compliance investigations
• Collaborate with various field and engineering staff to implement, monitor and report on modification and additions to systems, networks, and designs to ensure efficient and updated operation and management of SMUD's wide area network.

 

About SMUD's College Internship Program

SMUD's College Internship Program provides college interns with an opportunity to contribute their skills and knowledge to SMUD while gaining valuable work experience. Workshops and activities will also be part of the program where interns will have the opportunity to be immersed in SMUD's culture and learn leadership skills as well as develop their professional skills.

SMUD was also recognized by Interns 2 Pros for the 2020 Internship Program of The Year Award in recognition of excellence in internship strategy, implementation, and impact and was one of five finalists for the 2023 Internship Program of the Year from Interns 2 Pros along with Paramount, Fox Corporation, Intuit, and Toyota.

Purpose

Under staff direction, incumbents in this classification are full-time students in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math program who perform research and analytical tasks for projects and assignments that utilize specific and acquired academic skills and knowledge in alignment with their educational disciplines.

Nature and Scope

The work performed in this classification calls for regular application of analytical and independent research skills. Work is closely related to the employee’s academic major in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs tasks of an analytical or research nature for suitable projects or ongoing assignments which call for specific acquired academic skills and knowledge in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math.
• May locate sources of information; collect and organize data.
• Makes computations and analyzes data for degree of confidence and for alternative courses of action.
• May develop computer programs relating to assignments and may code material for established programs.
• May develop written, graphical and/or oral reports.
• May assist staff analysts and technical personnel by performing elements of their work under close supervision.

Required Education

Registration as a full-time student (minimum of 12 units) at an accredited college or university in a declared curriculum with a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) emphasis that will provide the specific skills and knowledge that will contribute to available work assignments.

Desirable Qualifications

• Be at least a sophomore majoring in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or Powering Engineering
• Coursework in Physics (electricity and magnatism)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and basic Computer programming, networking and communication
• Experience utilizing AutoCAD or other CAD software
• Ability to follow oral instructions, work effectively with public and SMUD employees, and apply acquired engineering and scientific knowledge effectively
• Knowledge of data networking systems

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Application Deadline: It is guaranteed that the online system will accept applications until 5 PM on the apply by date. It is highly encouraged that applications are submitted well before the due date and time mentioned to make sure that it is submitted successfully.
 
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