The intern will assist the engineering team with developing and troubleshooting PLC and HMI programs, as well as maintaining SCADA systems. They will also be responsible for creating and updating electrical documentation, including panel schedules, wiring diagrams, and load analyses.
Requirements overview
Candidates must be actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, with a preference for those studying Controls or Power and Energy Engineering. Proficiency in AutoCAD and a basic understanding of PLC and HMI programming are preferred.
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Employees
1,175
Type
Privately Held
Size
5,001-10,000 employees
For 75 years, U.S. Venture, Inc. has been recognized as an innovative leader in the distribution of renewable and traditional energy products, lubricants, tires, parts, and using data-driven insights to manage energy and information in the global movement of goods. U.S. Venture delivers creative, sustainable solutions that give their customers a competitive edge, and enable the company to support the communities in which they live, work, and play. Through the values lived by their family of brands, U.S. Energy®, U.S. AutoForce, Breakthrough®, U.S. Lubricants, and IGEN®, U.S. Venture seeks new ways to drive business success while being steadfast in its commitment to making the world a better place.
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POSITION SUMMARY
We are looking for an Electrical Engineering Intern for our Summer 2027 internship program!
U.S. Venture’s Internship Program runs May - August 2027. Dates may vary based on individual class schedules. This position is located at our Corporate Office in Appleton, WI. Part-time work starting in January 2027 may be available depending on workload and the candidate's ability to accommodate.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Electrical Engineering Intern, you will:
Assist Engineering with developing HMI programs, using Wonderware and Cmore
Assist Engineering with troubleshooting and developing PLC programs using Studio 5000
Assist Engineering with maintaining SCADA systems
Assist Engineering with project startups and executing testing procedures
Create/update panel schedules
Create/update One Line Diagrams
Create/update Load analysis for new projects
Create/update wiring diagrams for new projects
Create/update Electrical Classification Drawings
Create/update Layout drawings for all new Electrical cabinets/boxes/panels
Organize share point files
Create spread sheet of all material, vendor, cost.
Create spread sheets of all material, devices, parts for each project
Assist the electrical team by helping execute new initiatives and procedures
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Actively pursuing a related degree program - Electrical Engineering, preference will be given to candidates studying Controls Engineering or Power and Energy Engineering
Ability to work full time over the summer months, with an option to work part-time during the school year
Ability to manage and lead a project or perform a function with limited supervision
Our electrical design program of choice is AutoCAD, so a basic working knowledge is preferable.
A working knowledge of programming PLCs and HMIs is preferred
Willing to occasionally travel to job sites to assist engineering
Thrives in a fast-paced environment, with an ability to learn new skills quickly
DIVISION:
U.S. Energy
U.S. Venture will not offer sponsorship for employment status (including, but not limited to, H-1B, TN, E-3, F1, CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, visa status and other employment‑based nonimmigrant visas) for this position. Accordingly, all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis and must not require U.S. Venture’s sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency except when there is a specific business need.
U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.
U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101.
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