Summer 2026 - Projects & Construction Internship - Electrical Engineering

 

 Requisition:  82578

PSEG Company:  Public Service Electric & Gas Co.

Salary Range: $ 37,100 - $ 55,600

Work Location Category: Hybrid Fixed

 

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories:

Onsite are roles that have specific onsite requirements and are typically onsite daily.

Hybrid fixed are roles that are a blend of onsite work/in-person interactions with some ability to work remotely and require employees to live within a commutable distance and be onsite fixed days each week.

Hybrid flexible are roles that can be performed remotely but require some level of onsite work/in-person interactions on a regular basis, require employees to live within a commutable distance and, since business needs vary by position and may change over time, managers will set expectations and flexibility regarding where and when work is performed.

Fully remote are roles that can be performed remotely, require employees to live in approved states and will have purpose-driven in-person interactions on occasion.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie, and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

PSEG is looking for an Electrical Engineering Intern for the Engineering Department in Projects and Construction.

This job involves working as an engineer in the Projects and Construction team, utilizing a broad knowledge of business and engineering principles and practices acquired through previous coursework, experience, and on the job training. 

This position will be Hybrid Fixed. Primary reporting location will be South Plainfield, but additional reporting locations may vary depending on work group assignment. Locations may include Somerset, Lawrenceville, Secaucus, Moorestown, Clifton, Newark or anywhere in our service territory.

Job Responsibilities

Assignments will include working alongside professionals in the following areas:

• Project Engineering - Assist in reviewing electrical and civil calculations and drawings, procuring engineering services and materials, while communicating between project and design teams.
• Electrical Layout Design - Assist in preparing Key Plan Drawings, substation, and control house layout drawings.
  Protection and Controls - Assist in creating and maintaining engineering controls drawings (Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, etc).
• Inside Plant Electrical Construction - Assist in preparing scopes of work to solicits bids from contractors, oversee bid awards and construction. Possible work includes substation equipment assembly and installation, steel erection, requesting equipment outages for safety, etc.

Job Specific Qualifications

Required education/skills: The successful candidate(s) must be actively pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree from an accredited institution in Electrical Engineering and graduating between December 2026 and May 2029. Students graduating in May/June 2026 are not eligible unless they are enrolling in a post-graduate degree program in the fall term of 2026. PSEG recognizes institutions of higher education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent. Candidates must have completed sophomore level course work for consideration.

Because this position will require traveling to various PSEG locations, a valid driver's license and a safe driving record is required.

Preferred: 

• 3.0 GPA
• Familiarity with design, drafting or engineer