Student, Intern, Engineering, Power Generation, Summer 2027

Entergy; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy in New Orleans offers a practical engineering internship across Power Generation environments. The student will work under close supervision alongside engineers and engineering associates, participating in outage planning, engineering design and review packages, and root cause analysis investigations while maintaining safety practices.

The role includes collaboration with maintenance and operations, exposure to plant principles, and opportunities to grow with tenure, with assignments

Responsibilities

• Working in a team environment to assist in day-to-day activities, including but not limited to: Interface with external customers to provide electric service.
• Design electric distribution facilities and perform various engineering studies using computer-based systems.
• Work as part of a cross-functional team to meet the needs of customers.
• Assist in outage efforts as needed.
• Work assignment complexity and responsibility grow with the tenure of student employees.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply engineering principles.
• Understand procedures, programs, and standards within their area of discipline.
• Manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.

Job description

Gain experience and exposure to practical engineering applications within Entergy's various Power Generation environments, such as plants, plant support, and fleet maintenance. The individual normally works under close supervision and will perform a variety of functions and work on various projects, collaborating with engineers and engineering associates. This position will work with the plant's engineers and team leaders to prepare the candidate for full-time employment in a power plant. During this time, the candidate will work on outage project planning, engineering design and review packages, and root cause analysis investigations while maintaining safe work practices at all times. Additional assignments will include time working with the maintenance and operations departments in an attempt to gain a better understanding of power plant principles. Other specific assignments will be provided based on skill set or training needs.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Working in a team environment to assist in day-to-day activities, including but not limited to: Interface with external customers to provide electric service.
• Design electric distribution facilities and perform various engineering studies using computer-based systems.
• Work as part of a cross-functional team to meet the needs of customers.
• Assist in outage efforts as needed.
• Work assignment complexity and responsibility grow with the tenure of student employees.
• Demonstrate the ability to apply engineering principles.
• Understand procedures, programs, and standards within their area of discipline.
• Manage multiple activities and changing priorities.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.