Summer 2025

Electrical Engineering Intern

Engineering Design Organization

Posted on 10/3/2025

GHD

GHD

201-500 employees

Catalyzes regional engineering and construction innovation

Compensation Overview

$21 - $23/hr

Syracuse, NY, USA + 1 more

More locations: Buffalo, NY, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid model requiring in-office presence three days a week.

Category
Electrical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program
  • Very limited work based experience (0 to 3 months)
  • Managerial Experience: None
Responsibilities
  • You’ll support engineers and project managers on Power System projects, gaining hands-on experience in engineering studies, cost estimates, and design calculations.
  • Your responsibilities will include compiling data, assisting with CADD drawings, developing layouts, schematics, and schedules, and conducting comparative engineering and economic evaluations.
  • Contract Management: Carry out a range of contract management tasks.
  • Engineering Inspections: Provide technical support to inspections of the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and the remedial works needed in accordance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Improvement/Innovation: Implement improvements and provide feedback on them. Use change management systems and protocols to provide routine support services.
  • Product and Solution Development: Carry out a range of product development and engineering activities. Use established systems to analyze customer needs and define and deliver products.
  • Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.
  • Engineering Solutions Design: Implement feasibility testing of proposed engineering solutions, under supervision, to provide feedback and contribute to validation of the design.
  • Engineering Standards Specification: Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.
  • Knowledge Management System: Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.
  • Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.

ECRi Hub is a collaboration platform by GHD and the Queensland Government that connects engineers, construction and resources startups, researchers, and businesses to develop and commercialize new technologies. It provides space and programs, including the Business Mentoring for Innovation, to guide regional innovators through product development and market entry. It differentiates itself through GHD’s industry expertise, government support, and a clear focus on accelerating commercialization within its sector. Its goal is to boost innovation and drive economic growth and competitiveness for Queensland and Australia by turning ideas into market-ready solutions.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$300K

Headquarters

Mittagong, Australia

Founded

1927

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • GHD expands U.S. presence with Orlando EDO hub targeting 200 engineers by 2025.
  • Partnership with Esri enhances GIS capabilities for digital engineering projects.
  • Involvement in Borumba $14.2B pumped hydro project starts construction in 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Queensland Government terminated ECRi funding post-July 2017 pilot phase.
  • Arup diverts contracts via superior global networks in 12-24 months.
  • METS Ignited's $100M funding eclipses ECRi, pulling clients in 6-12 months.

What makes GHD unique

  • ECRi Hub connects entrepreneurs, researchers, and businesses for commercialization in engineering sectors.
  • GHD provides specialized mentoring using deep technical and market knowledge to startups.
  • Hub collaborates with Queensland Government to bridge innovation gaps in resources industries.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

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