Summer Mechanical Engineering Intern — Power Plant Projects

Prairie State Energy Campus; Marissa (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie State Generating Company in Illinois offers a summer internship in power generation engineering with exposure to state-of-the-art technology. Interns will gain industry experience, hands-on training, and exposure to industry professionals in a paid program.

The internship runs about 12–13 weeks, beginning in late May to early August. Candidates must be enrolled in an ABET‑accredited mechanical engineering or related program while maintaining good academic standing, and be able to

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an ABET-accredited mechanical engineering or related program.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• 12-13 week internship starting mid/late May through early/mid August.

Responsibilities

• Work on Plant Engineering projects including optimization and improvement.
• 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

Strong communication

Procedures reading

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Independent work

Physical capability (lift 25 lbs)

Education

ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering program

Good academic standing

Job description

Prairie State Generating Company in Illinois offers a summer internship in power generation engineering with exposure to state-of-the-art technology. Interns will gain industry experience, hands-on training, and exposure to industry professionals in a paid program.

The internship runs about 12–13 weeks, beginning in late May to early August. Candidates must be enrolled in an ABET‑accredited mechanical engineering or related program while maintaining good academic standing, and be able to