Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Project Services Intern to join the Electrical Infrastructure Team in West Hartford, CT. The Project Services Intern will perform system design, system layout, and supporting component design using a combination of CAD software and custom applications.
The ideal candidate will be available for a summer internship from May through August 2027.
Main Activities:
- Organization: Individual Contributor competency model.
- Main Interface: Internal—Project Managers and Manufacturing; External—Customers.
- Budget: No direct budgetary responsibilities.
Main Job Duties:
- Prepare manufacturing documentation using SOLIDWORKS applications.
- Provide technical support to internal customers.
- Perform other similar and related duties as required.
Education:
- Mechanical or electrical coursework preferred or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
- Three years of coursework with group design projects preferred, but not required.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Good drafting skills.
- SOLIDWORKS experience required.
- AutoCAD experience is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to read and understand drawings (mechanical, electrical, and architectural), as well as bills of material/cut lists.
- Ability to read and understand specifications.
- Basic understanding of electrical principles, NEC code requirements, and UL preferred.
- Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work on a cross-functional team.
Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.
Bridging power from sources to pathways to touchpoints, Legrand’s Electrical Infrastructure division combines innovation and quality to provide leading solutions for an evolving energy landscape. Our expertly designed products enable customers to confidently address the complex needs and challenges of electrification, while enhancing everyday experiences like plugging in, switching on, and staying connected. Committed to best-in-class service at every stage, we act as a trusted partner for our customers to ensure each project’s success and their continued satisfaction. Legrand's Electrical Infrastructure division includes the following brands and product lines: Girtz, Avtron, Power Bus Way, Cablofil, Connectrac, Wiremold and Pass & Seymour.
Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us.
Skills Required
- Mechanical or electrical coursework or equivalent work experience
- Three years of coursework with group design projects
- SOLIDWORKS experience
- Good drafting skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and architectural drawings and bills of material or cut lists
- Ability to read and understand specifications
- Basic understanding of electrical principles, NEC code requirements, and UL
- Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Ability to work on a cross-functional team
- Availability for a summer internship from May through August 2027
Legrand Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Legrand and has not been reviewed or approved by Legrand.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive in multiple markets, with medical, dental, vision, and disability protection featured in the U.S. A global baseline is reinforced by the Serenity On program focusing on healthcare protections.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is highlighted, including fully paid leave for birth parents and additional fully paid leave for eligible parents after birth, adoption, or foster placement in the U.S. Parenthood protections are also reflected in the company’s global standards.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are emphasized, with U.S. roles citing a strong employer 401(k) match and German materials noting company pension arrangements. These elements indicate meaningful long-term financial support.
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What We Do
Legrand is a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures, dedicated to supporting technological, societal, and environmental change. The company improves lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet through the delivery of simple, innovative, and sustainable connected solutions. Their product range includes low-voltage electrical components, building control systems, lighting, and data power control for residential and commercial markets.
