About the role#
Dominion Energy is seeking a Power Generation Engineering Intern to support operations and maintenance at the Bear Garden Power Station in New Canton, Virginia. This role offers hands-on experience in a power generation environment while working alongside experienced professionals across multiple functional areas.
What you'll do#
- Assist teams in areas such as Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Environmental, Safety, Electrical, Mechanical, and Technical Services.
- Support equipment inspections and collect or analyze operational data.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and contribute to station reliability and performance efforts.
- Develop an understanding of power generation processes, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Observe and participate in daily plant activities, attend team meetings, and assist with project research.
- Support projects that contribute to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the station.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 4-year Bachelor's degree program in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Expected graduation date of 2028 or 2029.
- A GPA of 2.5 or above.
- Ability to learn and apply engineering concepts in a power generation environment.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: New Canton, Virginia.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour.
- Sponsorship: Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
About Dominion Energy
Dominion Energy is a public utility company based in Richmond, Virginia. It provides regulated electricity to 3.6 million customers across Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The company also supplies natural gas to 500,000 customers in South Carolina. It operates as a developer of offshore wind and solar power and produces carbon-free electricity in New England.
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