Job Description

About Us
Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Wabash Valley Power is a not-for-profit electric cooperative and wholesale provider of reliable, affordable electricity to our 21 electric distribution member cooperatives. These cooperatives in turn serve more than 280,000 homes, businesses, and farms in Indiana and Illinois. 

As a not-for-profit co-op, we do things a bit differently—and that’s the point. Because we aren’t influenced by shareholders, we make our decisions with our members in mind. That means we value things like teamwork, and putting families first. It also means a business model that’s designed for stability and growth. It’s a Deliberately Different approach to the energy industry, and that’s great news for the people who count on us.

This is a paid summer internship opportunity located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Please note that housing or a housing stipend is not provided.

Job Description

Are you looking for an internship that will give you experience as an engineer and an opportunity to learn about all aspects of the electric utility industry? This opportunity will be perfect for you! 

As an engineering intern at WVPA you will: 

• Assist with various engineering calculations and studies following good engineering and utility practices.
• Review engineering deliverables including: design prints, study reports, equipment specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents.
• Examine calculations, studies, and design packages performed by both internal and external engineering staff
• Support substation/transmission line project teams through procurement and construction management activities
• Interface with Member Cooperatives related to engineering services on various distribution matters

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled at a college or university in an ABET accredited program

• Completion of at least two years towards a Bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering. 
• Coursework in Power Systems is a plus

Qualifications

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Summer work, Summer internship,

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