American Electric Power is looking for engineering interns to assist with projects involving the planning, application of equipment, construction, operation, and maintenance of electric power system facilities. The goal is to bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to their teams and the communities they serve, while also developing the interns' skills.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in ELECTRICAL, CIVIL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MECHANICAL OR INDUSTRIAL Engineering in a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
- Must have completed at least your freshman year.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Interest in the electric utility sector, energy efficiency, and sustainability practices.
Responsibilities
- Under direct supervision, utilize engineering and scientific principles to perform technical and analytical studies.
- Provide assistance on projects that involve planning, application of equipment, construction, operation and maintenance of electric power system facilities.
- Collaborating with project teams and experienced engineers on planning, designing and executing enterprise resource projects to ensure seamless integration from design to construction.
- Engaging in design reviews, training sessions, knowledge-building projects and constructability assessments to maintain safety and operational standards.
- Participate in field visits to operational facilities to understand power system operations and assist in inspections and tests.
- Assisting in the development and analyses of databases, reports, cost estimates and dashboards to enhance data-driven decision-making.
- Supporting documentation for decision-making processes and initiatives aimed at improving operational performance and safety in our services.
Other
- Full time
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship, OPT, or CPT.
- Willingness and ability to relocate for the summer to one of our engineering internship locations, if necessary.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective time management skills.
