Co-Op Student- Gas Engineer

We Energies; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Job summary

Wisconsin Gas, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, seeks a Co-Op Student- Gas Engineer in Milwaukee, WI and Pewaukee, WI. Roles start Jan 2027–Aug 2027 or May 2027–Dec 2027, with an hourly rate of $23.10 and paid company holidays.

This internship develops skills in gas engineering fundamentals and project management within a Fortune 500 energy group. You will gain exposure to natural gas transmission, distribution engineering, various facilities, construction projects, system maintenance, and

Qualifications

• Engineering fundamentals related to gas industry.
• Exposure to project management and asset management systems.
• Ability to design and generate reports for requests.

Responsibilities

• Support gas distribution network models.
• Review gas asset information and update data.
• Participate in training on natural gas industry and procedures.
• Perform site visits for construction, maintenance, and customer service.
• Design and generate reports for engineering, regulatory, and operations requests.
• Assist engineers with capital construction projects.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Project management

Report generation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

Mechanical or Civil Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Wisconsin Gas, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Co-Op Student- Gas Engineer in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Pewaukee, Wisconsin locations. The role will start in either January 2027 through August 2027 or May 2027 though December 2027. The starting hourly rate for this position is $23.10 with paid company holidays.

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first‑hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

Students will be provided with an opportunity to develop skills in engineering fundamentals related to the gas industry and overall project management. This position will enable the student to build a working knowledge of natural gas transmission and distribution engineering with exposure to a variety of gas facilities, construction projects, system maintenance, and asset management systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Support network models of gas distribution systems.
• Review and analyze gas asset information in various data systems (services, mains, valves, stations) and perform required updates.
• Participate in training opportunities to learn about the natural gas industry, construction standards, work procedures, and associated materials.
• Perform site visits to observe utility construction, maintenance, and customer service functions.
• Design and generate reports for engineering, regulatory, and operational requests.
• Assist engineers with capital construction projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or HSED
• Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering majors with a graduation date later than July 2027
• Minimum GPA of 2.8

Preferred Qualifications

• Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

End Date: 11/15/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $23.10

Pay Range Maximum: $27.55

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews commencing after submission for qualified candidates.

WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.