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VELCO - Vermont Electric Power Company · 2 days ago

Engineering Co-op (High School)

positionRutland, VT
timePart-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad
money$14.50/hr - $21.50/hr

VELCO is the nation’s first statewide, transmission-only company managing the transmission of electric power throughout Vermont. They are seeking a high school student interested in electrical engineering for a co-op position that offers hands-on exposure to engineering projects and mentorship from professionals.

Electrical DistributionEnergy
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Growth Opportunities
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Responsibilities

Assist engineers and technicians with simple electrical or electronics projects
Learn about basic circuit design, wiring, and testing procedures
Help with organizing tools, materials, and project documentation
Shadow engineers during site visits, testing, or design meetings
Participate in team discussions and contribute ideas to ongoing projects
Explore software used in the engineering field (e.g., AutoCAD, MATLAB, or circuit simulation tools)

Qualification

Electrical engineeringCircuit designMATLABAutoCADRoboticsCuriosityAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Currently enrolled in high school (Junior or Senior year preferred)
Interest in electrical engineering, robotics, or related STEM fields
Completed or currently taking courses in physics, math, or technology education
Strong curiosity, attention to detail, and willingness to learn
Ability to follow safety procedures and work well with others

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits
Generous paid time off
Incentive compensation (bonus) potential

Company

VELCO - Vermont Electric Power Company

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VELCO is Vermont’s statewide electric transmission provider whose sights are set on creating a sustainable Vermont through our people, assets, relationships and operating model.
dateFounded in 1956
location
Rutland, Vermont, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://www.velco.com/

H1B Sponsorship

VELCO - Vermont Electric Power Company has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2024 (1)
2021 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$1.01M
Key Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of Electricity
2024-07-09Grant· $1.01M

Leadership Team

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Thomas Dunn
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Kerrick Johnson
Chief Innovation and Communications Officer
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