Electrical Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

American Electric Power; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

American Electric Power (AEP) is offering an engineering internship in Kentucky with a focus on planning, design, and field operations. You will collaborate with experienced engineers on enterprise projects, participate in design reviews, and gain hands-on exposure to power system operations.

The program emphasizes safety, training, and data-driven insights, with relocation if required and a $1,500/month housing stipend for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Pursuing ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree.
• Must have completed freshman year.
• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Not eligible for sponsorship, OPT, or CPT.
• Willingness to relocate for summer internship locations.
• Preferred: Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in electric utility sector and sustainability practices.
• Effective time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams and engineers on planning, designing and executing enterprise resource projects.
• Engage in design reviews, training sessions, knowledge-building projects and constructability assessments.
• Participate in field visits to understand power system operations and assist inspections and tests.
• Assist in the development and analyses of databases, reports, cost estimates and dashboards to enhance data-driven decision-making.
• Support documentation for decision-making processes and initiatives aimed at improving operational performance and safety.
• Embrace AEP’s safety culture by understanding safety guidelines and standards in both office and field environments.
• Expand your engineering skills by taking on new challenges.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Interest in electric utilities

Education

Pursuing ABET‑accredited Electrical Engineering

Freshman year completed

Graduation December 2027 or later

Job description

Job Summary

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to embark on an exciting journey where you can make a real impact from day one! You’ll learn directly from industry leaders, collaborate with a dynamic team, and engage in mentorship opportunities while working on individual projects that showcase your unique talents. We’re dedicated to your growth, offering comprehensive training and development programs tailored to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of the electric utility industry.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

As an engineering intern at AEP, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of energy. Your contributions will bring fresh perspectives and innovative solutions that impact our teams and the communities we serve. Here are some of the responsibilities you may take on:

• Collaborating with project teams and experienced engineers on planning, designing and executing enterprise resource projects to ensure seamless integration from design to construction.

• Engaging in design reviews, training sessions, knowledge-building projects and constructability assessments to maintain safety and operational standards.

• Participate in field visits to operational facilities to understand power system operations and assist in inspections and tests.

• Assisting in the development and analyses of databases, reports, cost estimates and dashboards to enhance data-driven decision-making.

• Supporting documentation for decision-making processes and initiatives aimed at improving operational performance and safety in our services.

• Embrace AEP’s safety culture by understanding safety guidelines and standards in both office and field environments.

• Expanding your engineering skills by taking on new challenges.

A $1,500/month housing stipend will be provided for those moving more than 45 miles from their home address.

What We’re Looking For:

Education requirements are listed below:

• Required :

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in ELECTRICAL Engineering in a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

• Must have completed at least your freshman year.

• Graduation date of December 2027 or later.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• This position is not eligible for sponsorship, OPT, or CPT.

• Willingness and ability to relocate for the summer to one of our engineering internship locations, if necessary.

• Preferred:

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Interest in the electric utility sector, energy efficiency, and sustainability practices.

• Effective time management skills.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

Co-Op/Intern-001

Compensation Range:

$ – $

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S — Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.