Instrumentation & Controls Intern: Hands-On Plant Experience

Wayne State University; Moss Point (MS); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive internship compensation

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Opportunity to develop technical and soft skills

Job summary

A leading power generation company is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Intern at Plant Daniel in Mississippi. This internship provides hands-on experience in electrical, instrumentation, and controls within a power generation environment. The intern will assist in troubleshooting systems, developing maintenance plans, and ensuring safety compliance, working closely with experienced professionals. Competitive compensation and potential future employment opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Instrumentation, Industrial Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of instrumentation and control systems.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems.
• Support the configuration, installation, and integration of control systems.
• Aid in the development and implementation of preventive maintenance plans.
• Collaborate with the I&C team to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Contribute to the documentation and record‑keeping of maintenance activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Teamwork abilities

Education

Currently enrolled in Instrumentation, Industrial Electronics, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Ladder logic

Emerson Ovation

GE Mark VI

Maximo

Job description

A leading power generation company is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Intern at Plant Daniel in Mississippi. This internship provides hands-on experience in electrical, instrumentation, and controls within a power generation environment. The intern will assist in troubleshooting systems, developing maintenance plans, and ensuring safety compliance, working closely with experienced professionals. Competitive compensation and potential future employment opportunities are included.