Intern - Gas Engineering

MidAmerican Energy Company; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Three-day intern event in Des Moines

Job summary

MidAmerican Energy Company in Des Moines, IA, seeks an Intern - Gas Engineering student for the summer of 2027. The role involves creating gas facility drawings and supporting design, field work, data analysis, and documentation tasks alongside experienced engineers.

As an intern you will participate in networking events, leadership forums, and the company’s summer intern program, gaining practical engineering experience and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in electrical, civil, mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Must be available to work May–August 2027.

Responsibilities

• Create engineering drawings for proposed and existing gas facilities.
• Assist engineering technicians with design of gas distribution government rebuild, new construction, and reliability projects.
• Assist engineering technicians with field work (inspection, staking, measuring and record verification).
• Assist with coordination of design and construction of gas facilities with consulting engineers and construction contractors.
• Assist engineering supervisor with data analysis, summary and reporting.
• Enter inspections and record data in databases.
• Update gas distribution maps and records as necessary.
• Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Skills

Project management

Verbal and written communication

Analytical thinking

Prioritization and multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree program in electrical, civil, mechanical or industrial engineering

Job description

Position Title: Intern - Gas Engineering

Location: Des Moines, IA, United States

Description: MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking a student pursuing a bachelor's degree program in electrical, civil, mechanical, or industrial engineering graduating later than August 2027. Gas Engineering interns will be exposed to a variety of projects and activities that occur within the energy industry. Interns will have the opportunity to use their knowledge and skills learned through college and apply them to the workplace. The position is temporary, nonexempt, and full-time/hourly through the summer 2027.

Interns gain hands‑on experience working alongside industry professionals, developing technical skills, and contributing to meaningful projects that support our customers and communities. They can apply classroom learning in a professional setting while participating in networking events, leadership forums, and learning opportunities throughout the summer, including MidAmerican Energy's annual three-day intern event in Des Moines.

Responsibilities

• Create engineering drawings for proposed and existing gas facilities.
• Assist engineering technicians with design of gas distribution government rebuild, new construction, and reliability projects.
• Assist engineering technicians with field work (inspection, staking, measuring and record verification).
• Assist with coordination of design and construction of gas facilities with consulting engineers and construction contractors.
• Assist engineering supervisor with data analysis, summary and reporting.
• Enter inspections and record data in databases.
• Update gas distribution maps and records as necessary.
• Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Performance Expectations

• Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.
• Maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
• Attend work on a regular basis and support the company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
• Ensure all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.

Skills for Success

• Effective project management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Qualifications

• Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in electrical, civil, mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Must be available to work May-August 2027.

Job Info

• Job Identification: 10005929
• Job Category: Internship
• Posting Date: 2026-10-20
• Job Schedule: Part time
• Job Shift: Day
• Locations: 10510 Douglas Ave, Urbandale, IA, 50322, US
• Business: MidAmerican Energy Company
• PI287821352