2026 Summer Intern, Grid Engineering & Analytics – Grid Substation Design
About Us
We are a relentlessly client-focused group who are re-imagining, re-designing, and re-engineering the way electric utilities tackle industry problems. We are looking for passionate and innovative people who are constantly looking for ways to provide better quality engineering services for our clients.
The Ideal Candidate
You are motivated and take pride in the services you provide. You love to go above and beyond to ensure the project is done right and all deadlines are met. You should be proactive, self-sufficient, and able to productively work remotely. You always strive to expand your knowledge and improve upon our work processes to increase quality and efficiency. You are an active member of the team that works well with others and keeps the groups’ goals at the top of your priority list. You enjoy taking on new responsibilities and learning new skill sets whenever needed.
As a Grid Substation Design Intern, you will be supporting the substation design group with the goal of providing excellent quality work for our clients.
This is a full-time, 10-week internship that begins in early June 2026. Work may be done remotely from any U.S. location, or hybrid from our Reston, VA office. At this time, we are unable to provide relocation nor housing assistance for this internship. Pay is expected to be $23 per hour.
As a Grid Substation Design Intern, you will:
Assist with the design and preparation of substation design drawings and including:
Substation One Line and Three Line
Station General Arrangements & Sections
AC/DC Schematics
Substation Panel Layouts
Substation Panel Wiring
Electrical Details
Grounding Plan & Details
Conduit Plan & Details
Control Cubicle Layout, Sections, Cable Tray, Lighting, and Grounding
Low-Voltage AC Panels
Grounding Plan & Details
Lightning Protection
Illumination Plan & Details
Coordinate with other disciplines, and drafting disciplines to ensure quality deliverables
Participate in internal technical discussions, and project planning efforts
Apply client standards related to the work
Interns may or should have:
The ability to work with and understand technical concepts, while also being able to communicate them to non-technical personnel
Basic knowledge of the electric grid
Strong organizational skills
Strong skills and capabilities in Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel)
Basic Qualifications:
By start date, a minimum of 30 completed college-level credit hours is required preferably in Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of power systems
Advanced user of Microsoft products, specifically Word and Excel
Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
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At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$34,564.00 - $58,758.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)