DescriptionAt Powell, we’re committed to enhancing lives by delivering reliable power distribution systems across diverse markets, from industrial to renewables. As a global leader, we prioritize our Core Values—Customer First, Respect for Employees, Continuous Improvement, and a “Can-Do” Attitude—to provide innovative, cost-effective solutions that power communities worldwide. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to solving real-world challenges and shaping the future of energy.
Internship Overview
Powell’s 10-week paid internship program offers college students hands-on experience, professional training, and the opportunity to make an impact through a meaningful project aligned with your field of study. As a Research and Development Engineering Intern, you’ll focus on designing and optimizing indicators for high-speed mechanisms, gaining valuable skills in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
Project Focus
- Intern Project: Capacitor health monitoring solution for our products
- Expected Deliverables:
- Concept
- Leakage current, capacitance, and ESR calculations
- HALT testing
- Module / Bench Testing report
- Test logs
- Modeling of health curves
- Test reports
- How does this project benefit Powell or your functional area?
- Capacitors are generally not certified for some of our applications. The developed technology will estimate the health of deployed capacitors through online condition monitoring, enhancing product reliability by enabling predictive maintenance. This approach will reduce MTTA and MTTS figures for the switchgear through proactive maintenance strategies. Along with these improvements, it may also make our switchgear more desirable for Naval and military applications.
- Desired Major: Electrical Engineering (emphasis on power electronics with skills in embedded systems)
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-On Experience: Work on real-world engineering challenges with cutting-edge technology.
- Mentorship: Collaborate with and learn from experienced engineers and business leaders.
- Professional Growth: Enhance your technical and interpersonal skills in a team-oriented setting.
- Networking: Engage with industry professionals and participate in fun social events.
- Community Impact: Contribute to Powell’s mission of powering communities globally.
Who We’re Looking For
- We seek motivated, curious, and driven students with the following qualifications:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Power Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Rising Junior or Senior continuing studies in Fall 2027.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA and strong academic standing.
- Team player with strong communication, multitasking, and interpersonal skills.
- Self-starter with a dependable, can-do attitude.
- Bonus Skills: Experience with CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) or Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Program Benefits
- Competitive pay for a 10-week summer internship.
- Exposure to a collaborative team environment and meaningful projects.
- Opportunities to interact with Powell’s leadership team.
- Fun social events and community involvement activities.
Successful Tips
- Update your resume to highlight relevant coursework, projects, GPA, and any CAD/FEA experience.
- Emphasize your academic background in Electrical or Power Engineering, any CAD or FEA experience, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Highlight projects or coursework related to design, prototyping, or testing, even if not directly tied to high-speed mechanisms.
- Be ready to discuss your technical skills, teamwork experiences, and interest in power distribution systems or mechanical design.
Join Powell and make a difference in the world of energy!
Important Notes
Sponsorship: Powell is unable to provide sponsorship for H1-B, F1, or OPT visas at this time.
Join Powell and make a difference in the world of energy!
