About the role#
As a Project Solutions Intern at American Electric Power, you will work alongside experienced project managers to support the delivery of safe, reliable, and affordable energy. This 10 to 12-week summer program provides hands-on experience in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and business operations. You will contribute to meaningful work that impacts our generation, transmission, distribution, and corporate operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist project managers with planning, organizing, and coordinating project activities.
- Support the development and maintenance of project schedules, budgets, and status reports.
- Participate in team meetings, document action items, and track key decisions.
- Monitor project milestones, deliverables, risks, and issues.
- Prepare presentations, dashboards, and various project reports.
- Analyze project data to support business decisions.
- Facilitate communication between team members, business partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
- Assist with procurement, contract management, and project controls.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies.
- Promote safety and operational excellence while developing leadership and teamwork skills.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an associate, bachelor's, or graduate degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Finance, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Completed at least your freshman year with a graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a team environment.
- Demonstrated leadership through academic, extracurricular, or work experiences.
- Note: This position is not eligible for sponsorship, OPT, or CPT.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Locations: Louisa, KY; Lawton, OK; Columbus, OH; Maidsville, WV; Moundsville, WV; Corpus Christi, TX; Tulsa, OK; Shreveport, LA; Hallsville, TX.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship. Eligible students who relocate may qualify for a housing stipend.
About American Electric Power
American Electric Power is a utility company based in Columbus, Ohio. It operates a large electric transmission and distribution system across 11 states. The company maintains 40,000 miles of transmission lines and 225,000 miles of distribution lines. It serves 5.6 million customers and employs over 17,000 people.
How to get in at American Electric Power
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