Intern - Technical Services

Muscatine-Power-and-Wate; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscatine Power and Water internship in A/O Technical Services offers hands-on experience in substation projects under the Sr. Project Engineer and Technical Services Supervisor.

It enables learning of applicable NERC standards and collaboration with technicians to understand testing and maintenance of substation equipment. As an intern, you will assist with equipment identification, maintenance-management processes, and gain exposure to System Control, Metering, Engineering and Water

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong customer service and teamwork.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Regular attendance throughout internship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sr. Project Engineer to complete substation projects.
• Learn and apply NERC standards.
• Support Testing and Maintenance with Protection and Controls Techs.
• Assist with identifying obsolete equipment and materials.
• Support maintenance management program.
• Job shadow opportunities across multiple departments.

Skills

Electrical Eng

Team Player

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Electrical Eng degree in progress

Job description

• 17.00-19.00 per hour Pay depends on year in school.

The Muscatine Power and Water (MPW) A/O Technical Services Department Internship does not require prior knowledge but will help the selected person gain a better understanding of the utility's operations. The intern will have access to support and resources as needed and will have an opportunity for independent work.

Job Description:

• Work with the Sr. Project Engineer and Technical Services Supervisor to complete substation projects.
• Learn applicable NERC standards and how to implement them.
• Work with the Protection and Controls Technician and Substation Technicians to learn about testing and maintaining substation equipment.
• Assist with identifying and excessing obsolete equipment and materials.
• Assist with our maintenance management program.
• Job shadow opportunities in System Control, Metering, Engineering, and Water departments.

Resources:

All the members of the A/O Technical Services Department and the A/O Engineering Department will support the intern and help answer questions as they come up. In addition, the group will meet weekly to track/steer project progress, identify tasks and additional resources needed for upcoming tasks.

Time Frame:

The intern is projected to work 40 hours/week for 9-10 weeks, beginning in late May, but some time off can be scheduled within that time frame.

Outcomes for the Intern:

Gain practical experience with the application of substation technology, equipment, & protection principles

Develop an understanding of how a utility's A/O Technical Services Department operates through a hands-on learning opportunity.

Qualifications:

• Working towards degree in Electrical preferred, prior Engineering Internship is a plus.
• Must possess superior customer service skills and function as a team player.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and listening skills, with ability to build productive professional relationships.
• Must be able to attend work on a regular basis for the duration of the internship.