Electrical/Instrument & Control/Combustion Turbine Intern - Sheldon Station

Nebraska Public Power District; Hallam (NE); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Public Power District seeks an Electrical/Instrument & Control/Combustion Turbine Intern for Sheldon Station in Hallam, NE. The role runs from early May to mid-August, learning from skilled technicians and performing maintenance, testing and operation tasks on electrical equipment.

Applicants must have completed their freshman year in related programs, and must pass background, physical and drug screening prior to starting.

Qualifications

• Incumbent must have successfully completed their freshman year of college in the Electrical, Electro-Mechanical Technology, or Electrical Construction and Control program at an accredited college.
• Background check, physical and drug screening are required before starting.
• Safety shoes meeting ASTM F2413-05 specifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Learn and be mentored by experienced Electrical/I&C/Combustion Turbine technicians in the field from May to mid-August.
• Perform electrical maintenance, testing and operation activities for Sheldon Station.
• Assist with installation, checkout, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting and operation of electrical equipment.

Education

Freshman year completed in Electrical/Electro-Mechanical Technology or Electrical Construction and Control

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Electrical/Instrument & Control/Combustion Turbine Intern - Sheldon Station

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Electrical/Instrument & Control/Combustion Turbine Intern - Sheldon Station located at Sheldon Station in Hallam, Nebraska. Position closes November 18th, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

This position will report to the Electrical/I&C/Combustion Turbine Manager.

Position Summary

The internship’s function is to learn and mentor from experienced Electrical/I&C/CT technicians in the field for a period of time from early/mid-May to mid-August. Incumbent must have successfully completed their freshman year of school with an accredited institution majoring in Electro-Mechanical Technology, or Electrical Technology, or Electrical Construction and Control. The incumbent will perform effective electrical maintenance, testing and operation activities for Nebraska Public Power District Energy Production. Responsibilities include installation, checkout, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and operation of electrical equipment, occasional travel, occasional overnight stays and responding to emergencies.

Incumbent will be required to complete a background check, physical, and drug screening prior to starting with the district.

Incumbents will be required to report wearing safety shoes that meet ASTM F2413-05 specifications.

Education, Training and Experience

Incumbent must have successfully completed their freshman year of college in the Electrical, Electro-Mechanical Technology, or Electrical Construction and Control program at an accredited college.

Licenses and/or Certifications

N/A

Complete repair, maintenance, modifications, troubleshooting, preventive/predictive maintenance of electrical/mechanical equipment at Sheldon Station and/or all three Peaking sites.

Follow and adhere to all policies and procedures to ensure the work is completed correctly and safely

Safely plan, organize and perform both emergent and scheduled work.

Utilize work management processes.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary: $28.76/hour

Travel Required: 25% to 50% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD - quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

• NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

• At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

• Other Benefits: Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.