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Student Engineering Intern (Mechanical or Electrical)

CompanyRE/SPEC Inc.
LocationAnchorage
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 9, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will assist project teams with mechanical and electrical calculations, design tasks, and construction administration. They will also collaborate with technical mentors to support facility and utility projects through document preparation and site observations.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
729
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
In a world where one superhero can handle almost any problem, our entire team of award-winning technology experts is on a mission to make your business better. With extra vision to see solutions that others can’t and vast knowledge to bridge the gaps that others don’t, we’re transformers with the know-how to solve the world’s hardest problems. At RESPEC, we thrive on technology and making our clients successful. This is why we do what we do. From the depths of a cavern to the heights of a volcano, from an antiquated computer system to a business in dire need of re-engineering, our technical and business experts find solutions for extreme situations... like the time we cleansed and migrated 100 million rows of legacy data or the time we protected Mt. Rushmore. Know-How is Everything. We use our resourcefulness and vast experience to solve problems. It’s called know-how. And when you have it, problems aren’t problems at all. Know-how defines the core of who we are. It is how our clients see us. Know-how speaks to ingenuity, aptitude, and skill—it is not merely knowledge; it is knowledge on how to get things done. Imagine having access to a think tank with hundreds of diversely talented engineers, scientists, programmers, and developers under one roof—that’s RESPEC. Each team member is highly trained and skilled in understanding and applying the laws of a specific universe to solve any kind of problem. That’s why we have to talk about our team in terms of superheroes.
About the Role

Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

Job Description

RESPEC seeks a Student Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Intern for our Summer Internship 2027 program in our Anchorage, AK office. This is a temporary part-time position.  

Our student intern works under the general direction of a senior-level staff member or a supervisor and is responsible for assisting project teams with mechanical calculations, design, and construction administration tasks. They are expected to collaborate with one or more technical mentors to assist with various projects.

Working at RESPEC means working on world-class projects in your own backyard. You will use state-of-the-art technologies and collaborate with experienced teams to bring innovative ideas to life. This position offers a great career opportunity for a dynamic, energetic individual who wants to develop professionally.

Our student intern will work alongside our firm’s full-time employees to learn how professional services are provided to our clients in the form of facilities design and construction document preparation. The primary responsibilities include supporting our electrical engineering staff in support of design and construction projects. Our experienced staff will provide mentoring and coaching to our interns to allow development of drafting skills and knowledge. Interns will get exposed to our construction document production for our public and private sector clients. 

This hands-on design position is within RESPEC’s Facilities group.  Our mechanical or electrical engineering interns will work alongside our firm’s full-time employees to learn how professional services are provided to our clients in the form of infrastructure design, construction document preparation, construction services, and site observations for facility and utility projects.  The primary responsibilities include supporting our mechanical and electrical engineering staff and field construction inspectors in support of design and construction projects.  Our experienced staff will provide mentoring and coaching to our interns to allow development of mechanical and electrical engineering skills and knowledge.  Interns will get exposed to our clients, job sites as well as collaborating with local architects and our RESPEC multi discipline team on public and private sector clients.  This is a great career opportunity for a dynamic, energetic individual looking to grow in their profession and express their love for tackling new challenges while working in a fast paced, innovative team environment.

Duties of a Student Intern may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Calculate lighting, power, and signal system components
  • Create drawings for electrical designs
  • Assist in construction administration activities

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

  • Enrolled in an accredited college or university and studying toward a degree in electrical engineering
  • Prior experience in design or construction
  • Computer skills and using modern collaboration technologies
  • Willingness to learn and grow

Additional Information

Compensation: Hourly rate depends on experience. This is temporary part-time position. No benefits are offered except those that are required for statutory purposes. 

Work Schedule: During the summer months; 40 hours/week. 

Featured benefits:

  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
  • Professional Development and Training
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

  • Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
  • Key Skills
    Mechanical engineeringElectrical engineeringInfrastructure designConstruction administrationDraftingLighting designPower systemsSignal systemsTechnical designConstruction document preparationSite observationEngineering calculations
    Categories
    EngineeringConstructionEnergyEnvironmental & Sustainability
    Benefits
    Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Parental Leave401(k)ESOPProfessional Development and TrainingTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance
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