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Electrical Engineer (NJC) - Intern

S&C Electric Company
Full-time
On-site
Chicago, United States
Description

At S&C Electric Company, a 100% employee-owned company, we help keep the lights on for people and businesses worldwide. Our manufacturing roles build the equipment that protects the critical infrastructure of the power grid, and each of our team members lends their unique skills to this crucial mission. We empower our people by providing pathways to a long-term career and support them in their professional growth by sustaining a culture founded on respect, strengthened by collaboration, and measured by our shared successes. The manufacturing industry is booming with opportunities to learn new things, expand your skills, and build a long-term career.


Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner!


 


Available Shift



  • 1st shift: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday (Onsite)

  • Summer 2025 Internship


 


Competitive Weekly Pay Period


 


 


Join Our Team as an Electrical Engineer Intern!


Are you passionate about electrical engineering? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our NJC Laboratories. As an Electrical Engineer Intern, you’ll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. 


The Nicholas J. Conrad (NJC) Electrical & Mechanical Laboratories within S&C Electric is looking for an Electrical Engineer Intern who will participate in testing activities in the labs, help with designing and building test equipment, and work on projects for process and efficiency improvements.  


You can expect to have ample opportunities to demonstrate your skills within an agile and fun environment. You will be teamed with experienced Engineers to learn, collaborate, and complete projects that tackle real-world testing challenges.  


 


Key Responsibilities:



  • Configure and use data acquisition equipment, power supplies, controllers, and software for upcoming tests in the lab. 

  • Assemble electrical and mechanical components, bus work, and wiring with the use of hand tools (e.g. drill, screwdriver, wrench, crimper) 

  • Troubleshoot and maintain the lab’s equipment  

  • Assist and guide other departments working in the lab on the use of the lab’s equipment 

  • Assemble custom test equipment or fixtures for upcoming tests in the lab 

  • Occasionally operate energized equipment  

  • Occasionally travel for training  

  • Work in a team environment with engineers from throughout the company  


 


What you’ll Need To Succeed:


Job Requirements ( To select this job at a minimum you must have the following):



  • Be enrolled full-time in a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program, majoring in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and returning to the program upon completion of the internship.

  • Comfortable commuting to and working onsite at S&C Electric HQ in Rogers Park, Chicago IL.

  • Ability to work Full-Time in Summer 2025 for a minimum of 10 weeks.

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing  

  • Basic computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel 

  • Desired but not required: coursework in power systems, distribution and/or transmission systems, AC machines, energy systems.  


 


Preferred:



  • 0-1 years of experience configuring and using electrical and/or mechanical equipment including power supplies, controllers, software, bus work, and wiring. 


 


Ready to make an impact and become an employee-owner? Apply now to join our inclusive and innovative team! Explore open positions.


 


S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at TAsupport@sandc.com