Engineering Internship - Summer 2026

Description

Job Summary

This role will assist and be under the guidance of other engineering staff working on projects to meet various utility facility needs. This position may also require the successful candidate to evaluate, design, estimate, and provide project management of electric and gas facilities at various levels of complexity.

This is a 12-week summer internship program with tentative dates from May 11, 2026 to August 7, 2026, for students entering their sophomore, junior or senior year in fall 2026. The role is based in Chester, VA. Candidates must reside within 50 miles of the reporting location to be eligible.

Essential Functions

- This position requires a current student of an ABET accredited, four-year engineering program

- High importance placed on the ability to express technical concepts effectively, both verbal and written

- High consideration for those candidates with interpersonal skills which are effective in communication with internal and external customers.

- Desire a quick learner with the willingness to remain flexible in various work assignments.

- Possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

- Collecting and analyzing data and reviewing records.

- Creating job order sketches using AutoCad.

- Perform field measurements

- Assemble data to create job order estimates

- Successful candidate will start in summer 2026

- Safety consciousness required

Required Qualifications For Position

- Current student of an accredited, four-year Engineering program

- Must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study

- Ability to work 40 hrs/week

- Proficiency with PC applications and prefer strong skills with AutoCad and MS Excel & Access

- Proven communication skills

- Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship

Disclosure

This internship is designed to provide hands-on, practical experience through meaningful project work. Candidates should be prepared to engage fully in a professional environment focused on skill development and real-world application—not simply seeking a “fun” summer opportunity.

Physical Demands

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

ADA Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

E-Verify

NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:

- E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish

- Right to Work Poster (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away

Salary Range*:

$18.80 - $31.70

- The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:

2025-08-29

Posting End Date (if applicable):

2025-09-19

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.