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Power your future with Qualus as a Panel Shop Intern. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience supporting the assembly, wiring, testing, and inspection of electrical control and relay panels used in utility, substation, and power delivery applications. Working alongside experienced technicians and wiremen, you will assist with panel fabrication, electrical wiring, quality inspections, and testing activities while developing practical skills in electrical assembly, schematic interpretation, and shop operations. 

This internship is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing careers in electrical technology, engineering, skilled trades, or related technical fields who are interested in the electric utility and power infrastructure industry. 

• Assist with the assembly, wiring, and inspection of relay and control panels used in electric utility and substation applications.  

• Support panel shop technicians in building panels according to engineered drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics.  

• Learn to read and interpret electrical layouts, wiring diagrams, schematics, and assembly drawings.  

• Assist with point-to-point continuity testing and verification of panel wiring.  

• Help perform inspections of electrical frames, panels, and associated equipment to ensure quality standards are met.  

• Support verification of DC power and control circuits under the guidance of experienced team members.  

• Utilize hand tools, measuring devices, and basic electrical testing equipment safely and effectively.  

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.  

• Follow company safety procedures, quality requirements, and standard operating practices.  

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned. 

• High school diploma or GED, or currently enrolled in a high school, technical school, trade program, community college, or university pursuing a technical degree.  

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.  

• Ability to safely use basic hand tools.  

• Ability to read a tape measure and other common measuring devices.  

• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.  

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.  

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.  

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform work in a manufacturing/shop environment. 

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Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Qualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition and transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has nearly 1,600 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. To view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, click here.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process, and need an alternative method for applying, please email careers@qualuscorp.com.