Auxiliary Operator Intern at Southern Company

Wayne State University; Moss Point (MS); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive internship compensation

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Potential for future employment opportunities

Job summary

A power generation company in Moss Point is seeking a motivated Auxiliary Operator intern to gain hands-on experience in plant operations. The internship includes responsibilities like operating and maintaining equipment, assisting operational tasks, and troubleshooting issues. Candidates should be enrolled in a degree program, possess strong analytical and teamwork skills, and have a basic understanding of plant operations. This position offers mentorship and the potential for future employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program or a related field.
• Basic understanding of plant operations.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, clean, monitor and check the boiler, turbines and auxiliary equipment.
• Assist other operations employees in completing operational tasks.
• Make routine rounds on equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safety protocols

Education

Currently enrolled in a degree program

Tools

Maximo or similar maintenance management software

Job description

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Job Type

Internship

Job Summary

Mississippi Power is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Auxiliary Operator to join our team at Plant Daniel. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the field of plant operations within a power generation environment. The intern will work closely with experienced professionals to support various operational and maintenance tasks, contributing to the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, clean, monitor and check the boiler, turbines and auxiliary equipment in the plant
• Assist other operations employees in completing operational tasks
• Learn from operations employees about operations throughout the plant
• Make routine rounds on equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment issues

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of plant operations
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Power Plant Operations
• Familiarity with Maximo or similar maintenance management software.
• Ability to work rotating 12 hours shifts including weekends, nights and holidays
• Hands‑on experience in a real‑world power generation setting.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Opportunity to develop technical and soft skills.
• Competitive internship compensation.
• Potential for future employment opportunities with Mississippi Power.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and academic transcripts to Handshake. Applications will be accepted until April 5th.