Intern - Generation

Missouri River Energy Services; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri River Energy Services in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a student enrolled in an Engineering program for a full-time summer internship in our Generation department. The internship runs from mid-May to mid-August, offering hands-on exposure to generation facilities and a range of project activities.

You will work on projects involving combustion turbines, solar, wind, hydro, and related assets, with duties including research, field work, updating AutoCAD drawings, data entry, and

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Engineering program or related field.
• High school diploma completed; pursuing higher education.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or CAD drafting preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest in energy generation and utilities industry.

Responsibilities

• Support generation department projects and tasks.
• Assist with updating AutoCAD drawings and data entry.
• Contribute to project management and documentation efforts.
• Help with asset management records and reporting.
• Perform light field work as needed.

Skills

CAD drafting

MS Office

Communication

Energy industry interest

Education

High school diploma / pursuing higher education

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, SD Missouri River Energy Services is a joint action agency supporting our 61 member municipalities that own and operate their own electric distribution systems. We are dedicated to supplying our members with reliable, cost-effective, long-term energy and energy services in a fiscally responsible and environmentally effective manner. MRES offers an outstanding work environment. We provide competitive wages and comprehensive/low-cost benefit package with unique offerings. Learn more about us by viewing our website at http://www.mrenergy.com .

Responsibilities

Missouri River Energy Services (MRES) is seeking a student in an Engineering program and interested in power generation for a full-time summer internship in our Generation department located in our corporate office in Sioux Falls, SD. The position begins in mid-May and goes through mid-August.

In this position you will be working on a variety of projects dealing with generation facilities owned by MRES and its member municipalities including, but not limited to, combustion turbines, reciprocating engines, solar and battery storage, wind turbines, and hydroelectric turbines. This may include short‑term responsibilities involving any or all of the following: research, field work, updating AutoCAD drawings, data entry, project management, and asset management documentation.

Working conditions will include office and some field work which could include light lifting, infrequent climbing, and occasional exposure to temperature and noise.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated CAD drafting skills (some on-the-job experience is preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office - Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to pursue a career in the energy industry.
• Completed and have high school diploma and reaching the age of 18, and plans or has started higher education; college or vocational-technical training.

MRES is an Equal Opportunity Employer