Power Plant Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer Program

Prairie State Energy Campus; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie State Generating Company is seeking college students for a summer intern program in power generation engineering. Internships are limited and target ABET-accredited programs, offering paid experience and exposure to industry professionals.

Responsibilities include working on plant engineering projects, assisting in project management and R&D areas, and delivering technical presentations. The 12–13 week program runs from mid/late May to early/mid August, with a requirement for good

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited mechanical engineering or related program.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Availability for a 12–13 week program from mid/late May to early/mid August.

Responsibilities

• Work on plant engineering projects including optimization and improvement projects.
• Assist in project management duties as required.
• Assist in plant project research and development areas as required.
• Deliver technical-based presentations to groups as required.
• Regular and reliable attendance required.

Skills

Communication

SOPs & SDS reading

Safety awareness

Technical presentation

Education

ABET-accredited mechanical engineering or related program

Job description

Prairie State Generating Company is seeking college students for a summer intern program in power generation engineering. Internships are limited and target ABET-accredited programs, offering paid experience and exposure to industry professionals.

Responsibilities include working on plant engineering projects, assisting in project management and R&D areas, and delivering technical presentations. The 12–13 week program runs from mid/late May to early/mid August, with a requirement for good