Power Engineering Intern

SEL

Last Updated: 12/2/2025 12:22:49 AM

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Current Days Open
29
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$17.50 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$32.50 (Hourly)
Historical Time to Fill
24.5
First Seen
11/4/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$17.50 (Hourly)
12/22/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$32.50 (Hourly)
12/22/2025

Full Job Description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Government Services Department seeks a professional, innovative, and detail-oriented individual for our Power/Electrical Engineering Intern position in Pullman, WA! US Citizenship Required We develop custom products and do both basic and applied research for the United States Government. If you enjoy diving deep on the fundamentals of power systems and applying creative problem-solving techniques to challenging problems, youll enjoy working in our department. Weve got an array of interesting research going on that will give you a unique opportunity to put your schoolwork into practice and work hands-on with state-of-the-art test equipment and software. Were looking for a part-time school-year intern with the option to continue on full-time during the summer. Graduate level students are preferred but undergraduates are welcome to apply. You must be a U.S. Citizen to work in the Government Services Department. As a Power Engineering Intern, a typical day might include the following: Provide technical support to SEL staff & customers. Develop and maintain knowledge in SEL processes and technologies. Perform testing on new and existing technology. Document and communicate test results. This job might be for you if: You are a US Citizen. You have two to three years undergraduate studies in electrical engineering, with an emphasis in power systems. You have the ability and willingness to work full-time during the summer and part-time during the school year. You have the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment. We would like to see: Practical knowledge of 3-phase power systems. Basic understanding of signals and systems. Working knowledge of modern test equipment (e.g power supplies, digital oscilloscopes). Practical knowledge of SEL protective relays & automation controllers. Location Pullman, WA- SEL corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities. Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees. Were 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options. We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay. We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits. Pay Range Data ($17.50 - $32.50 per hour) *Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school. Communication with Applicants We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com. SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled. SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide. Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.

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