Electric Operations Co-op: Build the Grid & Solar Projects

Dominion Energy; Cayce (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Dominion Energy South Carolina (DESC) invites students to join our 2027 engineering cooperative education and intern programs in Electric Operations. The program aims to attract, develop, and retain high-potential undergraduates for entry-level roles in the utility sector upon graduation.

Expect hands-on experience in transmitting electricity from plants to end users via transmission lines, substations, and distribution networks, with exposure to AutoCAD, GIS, and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum GPA 2.5.
• Graduation date Fall 2028 or later.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and designing electric transmission and distribution systems.
• Support field operations and testing; assist with engineering studies and analysis.
• Monitor and support utility-scale solar projects.
• Review project schedules, budgets, and status reports; assist restoration efforts after outages.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Travel readiness

Microsoft Office

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dominion Energy South Carolina (DESC) invites students to join our 2027 engineering cooperative education and intern programs in Electric Operations. The program aims to attract, develop, and retain high-potential undergraduates for entry-level roles in the utility sector upon graduation.

Expect hands-on experience in transmitting electricity from plants to end users via transmission lines, substations, and distribution networks, with exposure to AutoCAD, GIS, and Microsoft Office.