Electrical Engineering Summer Intern

Job Description

Are you an aspiring Electrical Engineer with a strong passion for building systems and a desire to make a real impact on the built environment? Join Milhouse’s dynamic Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) team for an exciting summer internship. This immersive program offers you the chance to gain invaluable hands-on experience working on innovative projects that truly shape the built environment.

As an intern, you will collaborate closely with seasoned professionals to design, analyze, and optimize electrical systems in diverse commercial buildings. Your work will span critical areas such as lighting design, power distribution, energy efficiency, and sustainable solutions. This is an unparalleled opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world challenges, while simultaneously developing essential skills crucial for a successful engineering career.

We are seeking motivated, curious, and eager individuals ready to contribute to cutting-edge projects and thrive in a supportive, dynamic team environment.

The Milhouse Summer Internship program is scheduled to commence in early June 2026 and conclude around mid-August 2026.

What You Will Do

• Assist with Electrical System Design: Contribute to the design process of various electrical systems, ensuring adherence to both client specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Shop Drawing Review: Participate in the critical review and disposition of shop drawings for diverse electrical equipment, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Project Documentation & Reporting: Prepare essential project documents and comprehensive reports, contributing to clear project communication and record-keeping.
• Lighting Design: Engage in practical lighting design layout, utilizing specialized lighting software to create efficient and effective illumination solutions.
• Power System Design: Support the design of power systems, specifically focusing on applications up to 13KV and below.
• Data & Document Management: Accurately enter data and documents into various digital platforms, maintaining organized project information.
• CAD & MicroStation Support: Provide assistance with technical drafting and design using industry-standard software like CAD and MicroStation.

What We Are Looking For

• Academic Background: Successful completion of two years or more of engineering classwork at an ABET accredited institution.
• Educational Pursuit: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Technical Software Skills (Preferred): Experience with AutoCAD and REVIT is highly preferred.
• Execution & Time Management: Demonstrated ability to execute tasks efficiently within a time-sensitive deliverable schedule.
• Communication Skills: Possess strong written and verbal communication skills for effective interaction within the team and with stakeholders.
• Organizational Skills: Proven ability to plan and organize daily tasks effectively, ensuring productivity and progress.

Hourly Wage: $20 – $25 an hour

The actual base pay offered will depend upon numerous factors including, but not limited to, education, experience, and specific skills. This base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. While this range is provided, we encourage all talented individuals to apply, as we are always looking to cater roles to exceptional talent.

Milhouse is proud to be a pay transparency non-discrimination organization, steadfastly committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in strict accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act (effective January 1, 2025), we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and guarantee that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Furthermore, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Milhouse may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support various stages of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools are designed to assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. All final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. Should you desire more information regarding how your data is processed, please do not hesitate to contact us.