Intern

Utility Engineering Intern

Gain experience and exposure to practical engineering applications within the utility industry. Individuals normally work under close supervision and will perform a variety of functions and work on various projects, working with engineers and engineering associates.

Assist full Design personnel in the following activities:

• Interface with external Customers to provide electric service.
• Design electric distribution facilities and perform various engineering studies using computer-based systems.
• Work as part of a cross-function Team to meet the needs of Customers.
• Assist in outage restoration efforts as needed.
• Work is approximately 50% in office and 50% out of office, year around.
• Work assignment complexity and responsibility grows with tenure of student employees.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.

Education requirements:

• Seeking Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering majors to work full time during the designated semesters.
• Must be currently enrolled in school full-time, pursuing a bachelor's degree as indicated above, and enrolled in sophomore year or beyond.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above is required (on a 4.0 scale).

Job Requirements:

• Computer skills- familiar with various databases, as well as Windows environment and Microsoft toolkit (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must have good communication and Customer Service skills.

Work Conditions:

Office and Field work. Some situations might require the ability to work in adverse climate conditions and the physical nature of work may require walking long distances in uneven off-road environments. Some travel may be necessary.

Location: Mississippi-Hernando, Mississippi

Job Function: Students / Early Careers

FLSA Status:

Relocation Option: Level III

Number of Openings: 1

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%