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American Electric Power · 3 weeks ago

Engineering Intern – Shreveport, LA and nearby areas

Shreveport, LA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$25/hr - $30/hr

American Electric Power is offering a Summer Internship Program where college students can gain valuable experience in the electric utility industry. Interns will collaborate with project teams, engage in design reviews, and assist in various engineering tasks while contributing to the company's operational performance and safety initiatives.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementFinancial Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborating with project teams and experienced engineers on planning, designing and executing enterprise resource projects to ensure seamless integration from design to construction

Engaging in design reviews, training sessions, knowledge-building projects and constructability assessments to maintain safety and operational standards

Participate in field visits to operational facilities to understand power system operations and assist in inspections and tests

Assisting in the development and analyses of databases, reports, cost estimates and dashboards to enhance data-driven decision-making

Supporting documentation for decision-making processes and initiatives aimed at improving operational performance and safety in our services

Embrace AEP’s safety culture by understanding safety guidelines and standards in both office and field environments

Expanding your engineering skills by taking on new challenges

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringCivil EngineeringMechanical EngineeringChemical EngineeringHigherInterest in energy sectorInterest in sustainabilityVerbal communicationWritten communicationTime management

Required

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in ELECTRICAL, CIVIL, MECHANICAL OR CHEMICAL Engineering in a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)

Must have completed at least your freshman year

Graduation date of December 2026 or later

Must be at least 18 years old

This position is not eligible for sponsorship, OPT, or CPT

Willingness and ability to relocate for the summer to one of our engineering internship locations, if necessary