About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience working alongside experienced substation technicians. You will assist with maintenance, testing, and operation activities to support the electrical grid. The role runs from mid-May to mid-August 2027 and is based at the York Operations Center.
What you'll do#
- Perform installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment up to 345 kV.
- Carry out preventative and predictive maintenance tasks.
- Assist with new installations and equipment modifications.
- Plan and organize both scheduled and emergency work.
- Follow all safety policies and work management processes.
- Travel frequently to job sites, including occasional overnight stays.
What you'll need#
- Completion of your first year (two semesters) in the Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Technology program at SCC-Milford.
- Ability to pass a background check, physical examination, and drug screen.
- Compliance with safety requirements, including wearing safety shoes that meet ASTM F2413-05 specifications.
Location & details#
- Location: York, Nebraska.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Pay: $25.54 per hour.
- Work schedule: Full-time, on-site.
About Nebraska Public Power District
Nebraska Public Power District operates as a public corporation and political subdivision of the state of Nebraska. It manages an integrated electric utility system that includes generation, transmission, and distribution facilities. The organization provides retail and wholesale electric power to more than 530,000 residents. It covers 84 of the 93 counties in the state and is governed by an 11-member elected Board of Directors.
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