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HED · 11 hours ago

Electrical Designer Intern

Greater Chicago Area

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

$18/hr - $28/hr

HED is an inclusive architecture and engineering practice that values diverse perspectives and experiences. The Electrical Intern will assist with electrical design tasks, gain hands-on experience with modeling software, and support project teams while learning the fundamentals of electrical building system design.

Consulting

Responsibilities

Perform basic Revit modeling and documentation tasks related to electrical systems such as lighting layouts, device plans, and single-line diagrams

Learn to follow redlines and apply revisions for electrical plans and circuiting

Support electrical project teams in minor documentation tasks such as tagging devices, updating panel schedules, or managing views

Attend internal team meetings and shadow senior electrical engineers and designers

Observe and support basic electrical calculations and design setups, such as lighting power density and voltage drop workflows

Manage drawing files, electrical sheet organization, and participate in file maintenance efforts

Assist with product research, standards updates, or administrative tasks related to electrical scope

Qualification

RevitElectrical engineering principlesDetail-orientedOrganizational skillsEnthusiasticFlexibleCuriousWritten communicationVerbal communicationTeam collaborationSelf-motivated

Required

Must be at or willing to go to one of the locations listed for the position

Enrolled in Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or directly related field required

Written and verbal communication skills commensurate with the position required

Experience with computers, specifically for word processing, spreadsheet use/creation and email required

Detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, flexible and curious personalities required

Ability to work well with others under deadline situations required

Preferred

Strong organizational skills preferred

Revit experience preferred

Company

HED

At HED, we believe great design is about more than aesthetics—it’s about solving complex challenges, enriching communities, and building a better future.

Founded in 1908