Student, Intern Construction Engineer Summer 2027

Entergy; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in The Woodlands, TX is seeking a Student, Intern Construction Engineer for Summer 2027. The role supports Grid Modernization deployment through scoping, design, and engineering activities across Entergy’s operating companies.

The intern will develop plans, review designs, and coordinate with multiple teams to ensure safety and reliability of grid projects. Onsite work with travel up to 25% may occur during program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a four-year accredited institution.
• PE certification may be considered; minimum GPA 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed scoping and engineering plans for projects.
• Ensure adherence to Grid Modernization standards in scoping/design.
• Collaborate with PM, DOC, Data Maintenance, Planning, Operations and Transmission.
• Review design deliverables for internal and external quality.
• Audit design packages and construction work for standards compliance.
• Assist Right Of Way with permitting as needed.
• Support change management and rollout of new program development.
• Assist distribution automation in implementing smart devices for Grid Mod projects.
• Participate in industry knowledge sharing and best practices meetings.

Skills

Engineering principles

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

PE preferred / considered

Job description

Job Title: Student, Intern Construction Engineer Summer 2027

PS Job Title: Student, Intern

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

Job Summary/Purpose

This position will support efforts associated with the Grid Modernization deployment initiatives. Engineer positions will support distribution design/engineering of projects being implemented across the 5 Entergy operating companies. This will include all detailed scoping, engineering, and design activities from projects initiated by Asset Management, Distribution Planning, Distribution Automation, and Grid Modernization initiatives.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop detailed scoping and engineering plans for projects.
• Ensuring adherence to Grid Modernization standard to develop Scoping/Design/Engineering.
• Partner with subject matter experts input into the scoping such as (Project Management, DOC, Data Maintenance, Planning, Operations, Transmission).
• Review and perform quality assurance for design deliverables (internal and external design).
• Audit of design packages and construction jobs to ensure adherence of grid modernization standards.
• Assist Right Of Way group to secure permitting on an as needed basis.
• Assist with the required change management and roll out of new program development.
• Assist distribution automation organization in implementing smart devices associated with Grid Mod Projects.
• Participate in industry technical knowledge sharing and best practices sharing meetings with peer utilities.
• Accountable for the resolution of technical engineering conflicts that affect cost, schedule quality or customer satisfaction.
• Provide technical engineering expertise to respond to regulatory bodies.
• Ensure the integration of safety, reliability, operability, constructability, and configuration management practices into final products/designs/processes.
• Develop processes and tools to improve project cost, cycle time and quality.
• Coordinate switching orders necessary to facilitate Grid Modernization projects.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum education required of the position

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Discipline (typically Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution.

Degrees in engineering technology (typically, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Industrial) from a four-year accredited institution with PE may be considered. Minimum GPA 2.8 on a 4.0 scale.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required Of The Position

Technical mastery of engineering principles. In-depth knowledge of procedures, programs, and standards in responsible area. Consistently drives for value in sound engineering decisions. Mentors other engineers and technical professionals. Good leadership skills. Good interpersonal skills along with strong written and oral communication skills. Excellent math skills. Excellent project management skills. Good knowledge of Personal Computer operations and related software. Ability to manage multiple activities and changing priorities. Ability to work well under pressure. Required to work safely and follow all Entergy safety policies and procedures. Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and have the ability to mitigate the hazards. Demonstrated acceptance of a diverse and inclusive work environment and customer base. Ability to recognize opportunities for process improvement and have the ability to enact change.

Any Certificates, Licenses, Etc., Required For The Position

None

Primary Location: Texas - The Woodlands Texas : Conroe || Texas : Cleveland || Texas : Houston || Texas : New Caney || Texas : The Woodlands

Job Function: Students / Early Careers

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings: 1

Req ID: 124734

PS Job Title: Student, Intern

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

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Additional Responsibilities

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

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Working Conditions

As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.