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Intern - Substation Engineering

GFT
Marlton, NJ Intern
POSTED ON 10/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/26/2026
What You Will Do

Program Timeframe: Mid-May through mid-August

Join GFT, an award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm, as a Substation Engineering Intern and gain real-world experience in a dynamic environment. Our inclusive environment will fuel your innovation and imagination while fostering a sense of belonging.

Joining the power team at GFT means engaging in cutting-edge projects that drive the future of energy infrastructure. Our team excels in providing solutions for power transmission, distribution, and renewable energy, utilizing advanced technologies and creative problem-solving to meet today’s diverse energy needs. Be part of a dynamic group dedicated to enhancing system reliability, sustainability, and efficiency while shaping the energy landscape for a resilient and sustainable future . Discover some of our signature power and energy projects here.

What You’ll Be Challenged To Do

During your internship, you will work on a highly functioning team and aid in providing design services for a wide variety of projects. You'll receive guidance, supervision and mentorship by experienced engineers and professionals with your success as the goal. The majority of our interns convert to full-time employees.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • Support real client projects by assisting in developing substation layout drawings, including plan and elevations, yard layouts, grounding details, and raceway designs for new and existing substations.
  • Support the development of substation one-lines, auxiliary AC/DC power systems, and DC schematics.
  • Aid in performing basic engineering calculations and preparing reports.
  • Contribute to wind power calculations and assist in collection station design.
  • Assist in preparing equipment specifications for substation components and construction.

Education | Experience:

What You'll Bring To Our Firm

  • Enrolled in an ABET-accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Electrical Engineering.
  • Demonstrated interest in high voltage power engineering, substation design or renewable energy through prior internships, work experiences, or applied academic coursework.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and MicroStation.
  • Strong commitment to learning and professional development.
  • Effective written and verbal communications skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

What We Prefer You Bring

  • Familiarity with engineering software used in substation design is advantageous.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $21.00 - $28.00 per hour. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000 of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Marlton, NJ

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Hourly

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

"California Applicants"

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Salary : $21 - $28

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