Electrical Engineering Intern

COALMONT ENGINEERING

Engineered Solutions for Industry

Electrical Engineering Intern

Real Project Experience, Real Impact

Full-Time Internship – Semester

Who We Are

Coalmont Engineering is a multi-disciplined Electrical & Mechanical Engineering firm specializing in complex industrial automation and power distribution systems. Since 1996, we've partnered with some of the most respected companies in heavy industry—steel, paper, mining, automotive, nuclear, and more—to solve challenging problems and keep their operations running at peak performance.

Our Birmingham-area facility (McCalla, AL) offers students the chance to live in communities ranging from vibrant city neighborhoods to quiet rural settings—all with a short, low-traffic commute. Our team culture emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and growth, making this an ideal place to start building your career while you're still in school.

The Coalmont Difference

We're the firm that does the engineering. At many large manufacturers, engineers spend their time identifying work and managing the outside firms who execute it. At Coalmont, you'll be part of the firm that does it—designing, building, and commissioning real systems across steel, paper, mining, automotive, and more. That means real responsibility and real learning, not busywork.

Accelerate your growth. Our own engineers, two to four years in, describe advancing roughly 10x faster than the peers they graduated with—because of how much they were trusted with and how fast they grew. That head start begins in your internship or co-op.

Why Join as an Intern?

This isn't a “coffee and copies” internship. At Coalmont, you'll be embedded directly into active projects and contribute in meaningful ways—applying your skills to industrial-scale systems while learning alongside experienced engineers. In a single semester, you'll:

• Gain hands-on project experience in automation and power systems.
• Work side-by-side with professional engineers in an apprentice-style environment.
• Build valuable technical skills in CAD, PLC programming, testing, and commissioning.
• See your contributions make a direct impact on real, profitable projects.
• Position yourself for a potential full-time offer after graduation.

What You'll Do

Your Experience Will Include

• Learning AutoCAD Electrical and contributing to schematic design.
• Assisting with control panel design and industrial automation solutions.
• Supporting procurement, scheduling, and project coordination.
• Participating in field activities—troubleshooting, commissioning, and quality assurance.
• Contributing to power system studies, upgrades, and modernization efforts.

What You'll Gain

• Real-world engineering experience with industrial-scale projects.
• Mentorship and guidance from senior engineers.
• Exposure to deadlines, customer needs, and industry standards.
• A stronger skill set and resume that sets you apart from your peers.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering (or related field).
• Strong curiosity and eagerness to learn by doing.
• Reliability, initiative, and the ability to manage your time.
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred (not required)

• Familiarity with AutoCAD or other CAD tools.
• Coursework or lab experience with PLC or object-oriented programming.
• Exposure to electrical testing or installation practices.
• Examples of leadership, teamwork, or technical projects.

No prior internship required—just bring curiosity, reliability, and a willingness to learn.

Benefits & Perks

• $30/hour competitive pay.
• $500/month housing stipend for students relocating to Birmingham.
• Paid holidays (if scheduled during your term).
• Professional mentorship and training.
• Real-world contributions to projects that matter.
• Potential for a return offer as a full-time engineer after graduation.

The Work You'll Impact

You'll be exposed to a wide range of industrial engineering projects, including:

• Industrial control systems and automation.
• Variable-speed drive systems and motor applications.
• Power infrastructure design, commissioning, and modernization.
• Industrial communication networks and system integration.
• Onsite troubleshooting and system optimization.

Ready to build your engineering career while you're still in school? Apply today and spend your semester working on projects that matter.