Co-Op Student, Engineering, Capital Projects, Summer 2027

Entergy Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel up to 25%

Job summary

Entergy invites applications for a Co-Op Student in Engineering, Capital Projects, Summer 2027, based in Jackson, Mississippi. The role supports project managers and construction personnel within the utility sector.

Under close supervision, you will work on diverse projects, gaining practical engineering experience with opportunities to design and review electrical facilities and to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil engineering.
• Enrolled full-time, sophomore year or beyond; GPA 2.8+.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Substation and Transmission Line projects.
• Design electric transmission and distribution facilities; perform reviews using computer systems.
• Collaborate in a cross-functional Capital Projects team.
• Work approximately 50% in office and 50% in field.
• Travel up to 25%.

Skills

Database familiarity

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Education

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Civil engineering

Tools

Databases

Microsoft Office

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Co-Op Student, Engineering, Capital Projects, Summer 2027

Location: Jackson, Mississippi, United States

Company: Entergy

PS Job Title: Co-Op Student

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

JOB SUMMARY:

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

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assist Capital Projects Project Managers and Construction personnel in day-to-day activities, including but not limited to:

• Coordination of various Substation and Transmission Line Construction projects in different areas of Entergy
• Design of electric transmission and distribution facilities and perform various engineering technical reviews/studies using computer based systems.
• Work as part of a cross-function Team to meet the needs of Capital Projects.
• 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.
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8 (on a 4.0 scale), verified through an official transcript from the previous semester.

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

Primary Location: Mississippi-JacksonMississippi : Jackson
Job Function: Students / Early Careers
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124067
PS Job Title: Co-Op Student
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.

EEO Statement:The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Accessibility:Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf.If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.

Additional Responsibilities:As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please [e-mail] to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

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