Transmission Siting Intern

Description

• Prepare transmission siting and permitting documents for electric utilities and energy clients.
• Support the Transmission Siting Team on project siting activities, permitting strategies, and stakeholder engagement.
• Assist business development projects related to energy transmission and permitting.
• Maintain administrative flow and act as liaison for the Transmission Siting Team.
• Interface with clients and internal staff to ensure outstanding customer service.
• Learn how SWCA advises clients on federal and state regulatory issues.
• Collaborate with directors and vice presidents to promote SWCA’s mission and values.

Requirements

Are you interested in a career in transmission siting and business development? SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a Transmission Siting Intern for Summer 2026 to support our offices and various other projects within the group. SWCA’s internship position will provide the opportunity to develop a better understanding of our environmental consulting business, transmission siting processes and the business development profession.

This position will have communication requirements to the Senior Director – National Transmission Business Line for an overview of the business and goals and will directly report to the Transmission Siting Team Lead for day‑to‑day guidance. The preferred location for this internship is Columbus, Ohio, but remote candidates from anywhere in the U.S. will be considered.

Client Services Intern positions require a demonstrated interest in energy transmission siting and permitting, a good attitude, willingness to learn, flexibility, and strong communication skills. These positions provide great opportunities for a student to launch a career within the field, supported by leadership focused on professional development.

• Must be enrolled in or a recent graduate (within 12 months) of a relevant bachelor's program (engineering, geography, planning, political science, pre‑law, or business).
• Basic knowledge of environmental policy, land‑use planning, or electric transmission is a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail are required.
• Preferred: completion of at least junior year, experience in environmental/energy sector, market research, and prior leadership in client‑facing roles.

Benefits

The internship runs during the summer of 2026 (early June to mid‑August). Candidates who can start earlier than June 2026 will be considered and those who can remain past August may provide additional value. In addition to project work, the program includes regularly scheduled presentations by SWCA leaders.

This is a paid, full‑time internship with a competitive rate of $19.00 per hour. Please submit a cover letter to be considered for this position.

SWCA Environmental Consultants is an employee‑owned firm delivering a full‑spectrum of environmental services, committed to sustainability, collaboration, continuous learning, and giving back. It ranks among Engineering News‑Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms and offers a supportive team environment, competitive wages, benefits, and a 100% employee stock ownership plan.

• Gain exposure to strategic business goals through interaction with senior leadership.
• Paid full‑time internship at $19 per hour; remote or Columbus‑based; summer 2026 (June‑August) with potential early start or extension.
• Access to SWCA’s career development resources and employee‑ownership benefits.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance