Electrical Engineering Intern

WHO WE ARE

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker’s more than 4,000 employees across 85 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. 

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Full-Time (40 hours/week) Summer 2026 Electrical Engineering Intern student to support our electrical and lighting design services on a wide variety of transportation related projects. The selected hire will have the option to work remotely.  

In this internship, you will become part of Michael Baker International’s Transportation Department which includes highway, aviation, electrical, and traffic engineers. Our Pittsburgh staff also supports other offices throughout the country with specialized transportation engineering design services. 

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, motivated, self-starter, with responsibilities that include production, design, and documentation for a broad range of project types. With a current focus on growing Design/Build, Federal, and Interstate project opportunities, along with market-driven diversification including Rail/Transit, Highway Interchange, and Bridges/Tunnels. You will work in multi-disciplinary, collaborative project design teams with Civil Engineers, Architects, and Systems Engineers. The intern must demonstrate creative problem-solving, initiative to learn new concepts, organizational skills, an ability to work in a team environment with licensed electrical and civil engineers, and a basic understanding of construction documents and constructability. You will also assist Electrical Engineers with the development of electrical system designs including but not limited to interior and exterior lighting; circuiting; schedules; calculations; sizing of electrical equipment, conduit, wiring, generators, and transformers, etc. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the preparation of designs, design calculations, producing BIM models and construction drawings for electrical transportation-related projects for a variety of clients
• Work closely with engineers and designers to complete design and/or analysis of the lighting needs on roadways, railways, trails, sidewalks and other transportation infrastructure projects
• Research/investigate solutions and report findings
• Assist in preparation of quantity calculations and construction cost estimates
• Use design software to electronically apply engineering fundamentals in construction plan set preparation
• Learn and understand the activities involved in assembling Electrical transportation project contract document
• You may also assist other departments within the office on an as-needed basis.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Currently enrolled in and pursuing an Associates Degree in Drafting or a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering at an accredited University or College; minimum of 2 years of coursework completed is desired.
• College level engineering course in Electrical Engineering is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with CAD software is a plus

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $18 - $22 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.