Transmission Facilities Development Engineering Intern Summer 2026

Lower Colorado River Authority

Job Location:

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you interested expanding electrification of our energy systems supporting the construction of new transmission supporting grid reliability and the interconnection of generation and large load projects LCRA Transmission Services Corporation is at the forefront of developing transmission projects across ERCOT and finding innovative solutions to meet the needs of Texans.

The Transmission Facilities Development Internship is an intern role for students who have completed significant coursework in their engineering discipline. This position provides hands-on experience working on transmission projects contributing to conceptual design scope of work development analysis and process improvement under the guidance of experienced engineers.

You will be trusted to:

- Support development engineering team in the conceptual design and developing scopes of work.
- Perform engineering calculations and data analysis to support project development.
- Perform data analysis and implement process improvements.
- Assist in preparing technical documentation reports drawings and presentations.
- Participate in project scope reviews team meetings and project planning activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Follow established engineering standards safety procedures and company policies.

You qualify with:

- Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent.
- Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university/college program in junior year or has completed junior year and will be starting senior year.

You are a great fit with:

- Familiarity with AutoCAD Revit 3D design or electrical analysis software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings specifications and data.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.

You gain:

- Valuable meaningful hands-on work on real-world projects

- Guidance and mentorship from industry leaders invested in your growth

- Exclusive networking events including executive meet-and-greet

- Behind-the-scenes tours of our dams and power plants

- Interactive lunch-and-learn session with our recruiting team

- Dedicated Volunteer Day to serve and give back

- Celebrate National Intern Day at our park complete with ziplining and rafting!

- Competitive Pay

- Optional 401 (k) contribution program option

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need job requirement and individual qualifications without regard to race color religion gender identity national origin age disability sexual orientation genetic information or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources or email . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Required Experience:

Intern