What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transmission Line Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 position at LCRA?
The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) has been serving Texans since 1934, when the state Legislature tasked us with improving life across the region. Back then, we built the chain of dams that tamed the unpredictable lower Colorado River and brought electricity to rural Central Texas for the very first time.
Fast forward to today, and that mission still fuels everything we do. For nearly a century, we’ve been finding new ways to enhance the lives of the Texans we serve. Now we’re looking for the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and changemakers to help us write our next chapter.
The Transmission Line Engineering Internship is an advanced-level intern role designed for students who have completed significant coursework in their engineering discipline. This position provides hands-on experience working on real-world engineering projects, contributing to design, analysis, testing, and process improvement under the guidance of experienced engineers. Interns at this level are expected to work with increasing independence and technical proficiency. Ready to make your impact? Apply now and start your journey with the Lower Colorado River Authority!
You Will Be Trusted To
LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Fast forward to today, and that mission still fuels everything we do. For nearly a century, we’ve been finding new ways to enhance the lives of the Texans we serve. Now we’re looking for the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and changemakers to help us write our next chapter.
The Transmission Line Engineering Internship is an advanced-level intern role designed for students who have completed significant coursework in their engineering discipline. This position provides hands-on experience working on real-world engineering projects, contributing to design, analysis, testing, and process improvement under the guidance of experienced engineers. Interns at this level are expected to work with increasing independence and technical proficiency. Ready to make your impact? Apply now and start your journey with the Lower Colorado River Authority!
You Will Be Trusted To
- Support engineering teams in the design, development, testing, and implementation of engineering solutions
- Perform engineering calculations and data analysis to support project objectives
- Assist in preparing technical documentation, reports, drawings, and presentations
- Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and project planning activities
- Conduct validation of components or systems
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as substation, telecom, real estate or survey
- Follow established engineering standards, safety procedures, and company policies
- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university/college program in junior year or has completed junior year and will be starting senior year.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, PLSCADD Suite, MFAD, or LPILE analysis software
- Experience working in team-based or project-driven environments
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and data
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Valuable, meaningful, hands-on work on real-world projects
- Guidance and mentorship from industry leaders invested in your growth
- Exclusive networking events, including executive meet-and-greet
- Behind-the-scenes tours of our dams and power plants
- Interactive lunch-and-learn session with our recruiting team
- Dedicated Volunteer Day to serve and give back
- Celebrate National Intern Day at our park, complete with ziplining and rafting!
- Competitive Pay
- Optional 401 (k) contribution program option
LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.