Electrical Design Intern

Job Description

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary

Responsible for the creation of electrical drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under close supervision. Assists with basic electrical drafting and modeling tasks while learning industry standards, codes, and design practices. Collaborates with engineers, modelers, and detailers to produce coordinated design documentation and support project delivery. Gains exposure to construction administration activities and real-world project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Assists in the production of electrical drawings, specifications, and calculations with clearly defined tasks under supervision. Supports development of basic electrical layouts and documentation using fundamental electrical concepts and guidance from team members. Assists with simple electrical calculations, drafting, and model updates as directed. Supports construction administration activities, including shop drawing reviews and RFI support, as assigned. Uses basic CAD and modeling tools to create 2D drawings and assist with 3D electrical models. Collaborates with engineers, modelers, and detailers to support coordinated project delivery. Participates in learning opportunitie