About the role#
The Engineering Intern will support the Power Production and Delivery team at Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation. This position is based in Little Rock, Arkansas, and takes place during the summer of 2027. You will work alongside engineers, analysts, and technicians to support daily operations and long-term projects.
What you'll do#
- Assist with projects involving substation facilities, transmission lines, hydroelectric generation, and control systems.
- Use engineering software to create, design, analyze, and model data.
- Support engineers with the procurement and contracting of equipment, materials, and construction labor.
- Travel to field sites across Arkansas with staff to collect data.
- Organize department drawings and documents to meet records management standards.
- Help with database development and process mapping.
- Maintain compliance with internal policies, directives, and regulatory laws.
What you'll need#
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current enrollment in a Civil Engineering degree program accredited by the EAC of ABET, or a related discipline like Land Surveying.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience using CAD and ESRI GIS software.
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Prior electric utility experience is preferred.
- Ability to work in challenging weather conditions during plant testing.
Location & details#
- Location: Little Rock, Arkansas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid internship.
- Note: This position does not offer employer sponsorship.
About Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation is a generation and transmission cooperative based in Little Rock. Founded in 1949, the organization functions as the wholesale power supplier for 17 electric distribution cooperatives in the region. These member-owned businesses provide electricity to approximately 1 million consumers across Arkansas and nearby states. The company employs 463 people and operates as a nonprofit entity.
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