2025 Summer Intern, Substation Physical Engineering (Remote)

About Us

We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems.  We are looking for passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.

The Ideal Candidate

You are motivated and take pride in the services you provide.  You love to go above and beyond to ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met.  You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work remotely.  You always strive to expand your knowledge and improve upon our work processes to increase quality and efficiency.  You are an active member of the team that works well with others and keeps the groups’ goals at the top of your priority list.  You enjoy taking on new responsibilities and learning new skill sets whenever needed.

As a Substation Engineering Intern, you will be supporting the work of designing the physical layout and electrical systems of projects on high-voltage substations at voltages from 12kV to 500kV with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients.

This is a full-time, 10-week internship that begins in early June 2025.  Work may be done remotely from any U.S. location, or hybrid from our Reston, VA office.   At this time, we are unable to provide relocation nor housing assistance for this internship.

 

As a Substation Physical Engineering Intern, you will:

• Assist engineers and designers in the physical and electrical design of substation upgrade projects

• Review and update substation layout drawings including One-Line Diagrams, Electrical Arrangements and Sections, Grounding Plans, Conduit Plans, Lightning Protection Plans, Control Cubicle Arrangements, and Low-Voltage AC/DC Wiring Diagrams

• Perform AC Systems Calculations and Design

• Development of Equipment Specification and Selection based on Clients Criteria

• Development of Bill of Materials based on Design Criteria

Interns may or should have:

• The ability to work with and understand technical concepts, while also being able to communicate them to non-technical personnel

• Basic knowledge of the electric grid

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong skills and capabilities in Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel)

Basic Qualification:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program studying Electrical Engineering, with an anticipated graduation of August 2025 or later.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a master's degree program studying Electrical Engineering or related field, with an anticipated graduation of August 2025 or later.

• Knowledge of power systems

• Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

 

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent