About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to support operations and maintenance at Combined Cycle Gas Turbine and Simple Cycle facilities. You will work within a team environment to assist with daily plant activities while following established safety procedures. This position is part of a multi-year progression plan designed to develop technical skills in power production.
What you'll do#
- Operate and maintain plant systems, including burner and turbine controls, data acquisition, and process controls.
- Perform operational rounds, preventive and predictive maintenance tasks, and water chemistry testing for boilers and HRSG units.
- Monitor and calibrate Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS).
- Conduct mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance as required.
- Participate in safety meetings and job briefings to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Proactively engage with agencies to maintain compliance and prevent reportable violations.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a technical, associate, bachelor, master, or doctoral degree program.
- Focus on Instrumentation, Electrical, or Process Technology.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8, confirmed by an official transcript from the previous semester.
- Ability to work on-site and support additional duties during outages or emergencies.
Location & details#
- Locations: Lake Charles and Westlake, Louisiana.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Entergy
Entergy is a public utility company founded in 1913. It provides electricity and gas services to 3 million customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. The company operates a large power generating fleet that includes nuclear, gas, and renewable energy assets. Based in New Orleans, the organization employs approximately 11,450 people.
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