Mechanical Engineering Intern — Hands-On Power Plant Experience

Constellation; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation, in partnership with Calpine, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern for the Metcalf Energy Center in California. This paid internship runs for 10 weeks from June 7 to August 13, 2027, with hands-on tasks and mentorship from experienced engineers.

You'll assist Plant Engineers and operations staff with day-to-day tasks, data recording, and safety procedures while developing real-world skills in mechanical and electrical maintenance in an outdoor, field setting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering at an accredited college or university.
• Junior standing preferred.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States now and in the future for any company.
• Willingness to work outdoors, in field locations, in a hands-on environment.
• Willingness to adhere to plant safety standards, procedures, and practices.
• Good comprehension of basic engineering practices.
• Good problem solving and analytical ability.
• Strong computer skills especially in the use of spreadsheets and word processing programs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Plant Engineer in day-to-day engineering tasks.
• Assist Plant shift operations including local starting and stopping of equipment.
• Assist in maintaining shift operating logs and records when required.
• Read and record gauges and meters when required.
• Assist under supervision with mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks, inspections, and troubleshooting.
• Assist in development of standard procedures for operations.
• Assist with maintaining plant chemistry logs and records.
• Assist with requisition of spare parts inventory for plant equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned while under supervision.
• Report to and take day-to-day instructions from the Plant Engineer, Plant Manager and Operations Manager.

Skills

Junior standing

Work authorization

Field work

Safety awareness

Engineering basics

Problem solving

Excel/Word

Communication

Education

Pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Constellation, in partnership with Calpine, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern for the Metcalf Energy Center in California. This paid internship runs for 10 weeks from June 7 to August 13, 2027, with hands-on tasks and mentorship from experienced engineers.

You'll assist Plant Engineers and operations staff with day-to-day tasks, data recording, and safety procedures while developing real-world skills in mechanical and electrical maintenance in an outdoor, field setting.