STUDENT INTERN - TSM (BEULAH)

Basin Electric Power Cooperative; Beulah (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Basin Electric Power Cooperative in Beulah, ND, offers a summer Student Intern - TSM position at the Beulah location. The role supports Transmission System Maintenance technicians, substation electricians, and telecom technicians during May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027.

You must be 18+, enrolled in a related two-year program with two semesters completed (or recently graduated), maintain a 2.5 GPA, and hold a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student in a two-year Electronic/Electrical Technology or related program with two semesters completed, or recent graduate.
• Enrolled in or recently completed a certificate program in a related field.
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Transcript required at time of application.
• This position is identified as a CIP-related position with access to BES assets.

Responsibilities

• File prints at substation and shop locations.
• File test records.
• Assist with testing relays.
• Assist with NERC PRC-005 testing.
• Assist with inspections, repairs and testing of substation equipment.
• Assist with inspections, repairs and testing of telecom equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Data entry

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Confidentiality

Fieldwork

Safety compliance

Education

Two-year tech program

Certificate program in related field

GPA 2.5

Job description

Job Title: STUDENT INTERN - TSM (BEULAH)

Posting Start Date: 9/8/26

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

This position is at our TSM Beulah location in Beulah, ND.

This position is for the summer months of 2027 (approximately May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027).

This is a temporary position that assists the Transmission System Maintenance (TSM) system protection technicians, substation electricians and telecom technicians.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• File prints at substation and shop locations.
• File test records.
• Assist with testing relays.
• Assist with The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Protection and Control (PRC-005) testing.
• Assist with inspections, repairs and testing of substation equipment.
• Assist with inspections, repairs and testing of telecom equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student in a two-year Electronic/Electrical Technology or related program with two semesters completed, or recent graduate (within the past 12 months); or
• Enrolled in or recently completed a certificate program in a related field (within the past 12 months).
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Transcript required at time of application.
• If your transcript is not attached at time of application, your application will not be reviewed.
• This position is identified as a Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) related position, which may allow physical and/or logical access to Bulk Electric System (BES) cyber related assets or systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous internship or relevant work experience.
• Additional certifications or coursework in field of study.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position and to move about the office building, occasional reaching below and above shoulder level, constant use of a keyboard/computer and other office productivity machinery, bending, climbing, kneeling, crawling, pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds, and lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. This position requires finger dexterity, good hearing and color vision, and the ability to perform close work. This position requires the ability to analyze data/reports and conduct research; implement recommendations; develop plans, procedures, and goals; and present information to others. The incumbent may be required to work under pressure due to conflicting priorities and deadlines. Occasionally works in conditions of dirt/dust, fumes, chemicals, extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, and confined areas. This position may be required to occasionally work at heights up to 50 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. Occasional travel may be required for this position, either by car or cooperative/commercial plane. Equipment operated includes computers, various control devices, electrical test equipment, and normal shop tools.

KEY SKILLS

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Research and analytical thinking.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Data entry and recordkeeping.
• Team collaboration.
• Initiative and adaptability.
• Confidentiality and professionalism.
• Fieldwork or technical hands-on aptitude.
• Compliance with safety procedures.

Wage: $28.00/hour

Basin Electric wants all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or who needs other assistance or accommodations, please contact us at 701-223-0441. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed or provide your contact information, and a Basin Electric Human Resources representative will contact you. Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.