Title: STUDENT INTERN - ENGINEERING (PGS) Location: Williston, ND, USA, 58801 Posted: 2026-9-8
Description: POSITION PURPOSE This position is at our Pioneer Generation Station location in Williston, ND.This position is for the summer of 2027 (approximately May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027).This temporary position assists the Engineering section with engineering document creation and editing, equipment walk downs, equipment data collection, assisting with small projects, and helping with organizing and updating the drawing system. This position will also support the reliability engineering initiatives for Pioneer Generation Station (PGS).ESSENTIAL DUTIES Assist engineering with plant documentation. Assist engineers with technical data research. Render technical assistance to plant hourly employees. Assist engineering with plant data collection and evaluation. Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Be at least 18 years of age. Be enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering (EAC/ABET accredited) program with Sophomore year completed, or recent graduate (within the past 12 months). Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5. Hold a valid driver’s license. Did you attach your transcript to this application? A transcript is required for all student intern positions, your application will NOT be reviewed unless a transcript is attached.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Previous internship or relevant work experience. Additional certifications or coursework in field of study. PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS This position requires frequent sitting, and standing/walking; and occasional reaching below and above shoulder level, use of keyboard/computer, bending/reaching, kneeling, lifting/carring up to 50 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. It also requires finger dexterity and hand coordination. This position occasionally may work in conditions of dirt/dust, fumes, chemicals, extreme heat/cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, and confined areas. This position requires good hearing and vision, and the ability to speak. The incumbent may be required to work at heights up to 250 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards. It also requires the ability to develop plans, procedures and goals; present information to others; and work under stress to complete projects within deadlines. This position must be respirator qualified and able to operate a motor vehicle.KEY SKILLS Effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. Research and analytical thinking. Microsoft Office proficiency. Organization and attention to detail. Data entry and recordkeeping. Team collaboration. Initiative and adaptability. Confidentiality and professionalism. Fieldwork or technical hands-on aptitude. Compliance with safety procedures. Wage: $26.50/hour
About Basin Electric Power Cooperative
Basin Electric Power Cooperative provides wholesale energy and services to its member-owners. Founded in 1961, the nonprofit organization maintains operations in power generation, transmission, and gasification. It is based in Bismarck, North Dakota. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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