Electrical Engineering Intern - Transportation Communications/ITS

Job Description

CDM Smith office is looking for an Electrical Engineering Intern for Summer 2026! You'll be working with a dynamic team of industry leading engineers on a diverse portfolio of public, federal, and industrial projects.

Responsibilities will include:

- Assisting with telecom/communications design tasks (under supervision), such as:

Fiber-optic backbone and room layouts; cable routing, terminations, labeling, and splicing plans.

Radio and wireless support (e.g., public-safety DAS, cellular DAS, point-to-point/point-to-multipoint links) and coordination of equipment locations.

Low-voltage systems integration support (CCTV, Wi-Fi, public address/variable message signs) including device schedules and panel connection diagrams.
(Technologies reflect typical Communications/ITS scopes in our practice.)

- Preparing and editing design deliverables in AutoCAD/Civil 3D/Revit (e.g., plans, details, one-lines, rack elevations) and help maintain drawing standards and sheet sets. (Representative intern tasks have included editing CAD drawings, QC of load lists, and cable/conduit sizing support.)

- Compiling bill of materials, equipment cut sheets, and vendor quotes; assist with specification markups and comment resolution matrices.

- Helping draft field notes, redlines, and meeting minutes; track action items across the team.

- Supporting QA/QC checklists for calculations and design packages.

- Collaborating across disciplines (civil/structural/electrical/architecture) to deliver cohesive, buildable designs for transit and roadway environments.

Minimum Qualifications

Currently enrolled and pursuing a Bachelors or Master's in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Electrical Technology or realted discipline with an interest in power systems and/or electrical distribution.

Preferred Qualifications

- Coursework or hands-on projects in one or more of: circuits, signals, communications systems, data networks, power for low-voltage systems, control systems.

- Familiarity with AutoCAD (coursework or project experience).

- Exposure to fiber optics, DAS, CCTV/PA/VMS, Ethernet/IP networking, or RF basics.

- Experience with Revit, Civil 3D, or scripting (e.g., Excel/VBA, Python) for engineering workflows.

- Interest in transit facilities and transportation infrastructure.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.