Mechanical Engineering Intern: Hands-on Maintenance & Analysis

Basin Electric Power Cooperative; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Basin Electric Power Cooperative invites applications for a Student Intern - Mechanical Engineering at the Dakota Gasification Company site in Beulah, ND. This temporary, project-based role runs May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027, supporting maintenance engineering with data gathering, root-cause analysis, and minor project work.

Engage with rotating and stationary equipment, gain exposure to plant practices, and work within safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year Mechanical Engineering (EAC/ABET accredited) program with Sophomore year completed, or recent graduate (within the past 12 months).
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Hold a valid driver's license.
• Attach transcript to application; required for all student intern positions.

Responsibilities

• Uses predictive maintenance technologies to monitor equipment condition and perform leak surveys.
• Assist Engineers with updating drawings, BOMs, and asset information.
• Support outage work: turbine/compressor overhauls, inspections, repairs.
• Follow safety, security, and procedural guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Support Family Night event participation and setup as needed.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Initiative

Safety compliance

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program

Job description

Basin Electric Power Cooperative invites applications for a Student Intern - Mechanical Engineering at the Dakota Gasification Company site in Beulah, ND. This temporary, project-based role runs May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027, supporting maintenance engineering with data gathering, root-cause analysis, and minor project work.

Engage with rotating and stationary equipment, gain exposure to plant practices, and work within safety guidelines.