Energy Systems Engineering Intern (Paid, 10–12 wks)

AEP Service Corporation; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Paid internship

Job summary

American Electric Power invites students to join a 10-12 week paid Engineering Internship in Roanoke, VA, with housing support for those relocating. Interns gain hands-on experience under experienced engineers, contributing to real projects.

You’ll work on planning, design, and field activities, while benefiting from mentorship and on-the-job training in a safety-conscious environment. Expect collaboration, problem solving, and exposure to data-driven projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, mechanical, or chemical engineering.
• 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 the summer internship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams and engineers on planning, designing and executing enterprise resource projects to ensure seamless integration from design to construction.
• Engage 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.
• 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 in our services.
• 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.

Education

ABET-accredited Engineering programs (Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical)

Job description

American Electric Power invites students to join a 10-12 week paid Engineering Internship in Roanoke, VA, with housing support for those relocating. Interns gain hands-on experience under experienced engineers, contributing to real projects.

You’ll work on planning, design, and field activities, while benefiting from mentorship and on-the-job training in a safety-conscious environment. Expect collaboration, problem solving, and exposure to data-driven projects.