Electrical Engineering Intern - Hammond, IN - Summer 2026

Job Title

Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Location:

Hammond, IN

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Orbital is seeking a motivated and enterprising candidate for an Electrical Engineering Internship with our Electrical Distribution engineering team at our Hammond, IN location for the summer of 2026. Candidates seeking a degree in Electrical Engineering and who will be rising Juniors or Seniors are preferred. The successful candidate will gain exposure to engineering consulting practices in the the electric utility industry and in electrical distribution design, while acquiring thorough experience and exposure to many of the following professional technical skills and methods:

• Applying sound engineering principles on active projects
• Meeting deadlines and adhering to assigned scopes of work
• Participating in department/company meetings and development programs
• Learning to prepare, read, and interpret drawings and other project documents
• Working closely with registered Professional Engineers across multiple disciplines
• Gaining relevant field experience through job site visits
• Participating as part of a project team in an office environment
• Building professional interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Utilizing industry software to develop engineering analyses and design drawings
• Developing written and verbal technical communication skills
• Acquiring technical skills through training and firsthand experiences
• Manipulating and applying data to the analysis of real-world situations
• Reading, interpreting, and properly applying design codes and standards
• Working in a dynamic and team-based environment
• Developing critical thinking and practical application skills
• Learning practical application of engineering principles
• Developing formal reports and calculation documents
• Learning various problem-solving approaches
• Learning attention to detail and importance of engineering work quality
• Operating within an established job process and product quality framework
• Gaining exposure to the integration of various advanced technologies into our project design activities.

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be pursuing BS degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university and must have completed at least their first year of coursework successfully
• Applicants must be able to demonstrate academic achievement, initiative, integrity, work ethic, and willingness to learn
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Location Note:

This is an on-site or hybrid position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's location.

Salary Range:

$45,000-50,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits:

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.

About Orbital:

Powered by People, Driven by Solutions

Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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