About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to learn from experienced Electrical, Instrument & Control, and Combustion Turbine technicians. You will assist with maintenance and operations at Sheldon Station and three peaking sites. The position runs from mid-May through mid-August 2027.
What you'll do#
- Perform electrical maintenance, testing, and operations.
- Install, calibrate, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment.
- Complete preventive and predictive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems.
- Plan and organize both scheduled and emergent work tasks.
- Follow established policies and procedures to ensure safe work practices.
- Utilize work management processes and respond to emergencies as needed.
What you'll need#
- Completion of your freshman year at an accredited college.
- Enrollment in an Electro-Mechanical Technology, Electrical Technology, or Electrical Construction and Control program.
- Ability to pass a background check, physical, and drug screening.
- Commitment to wearing safety shoes that meet ASTM F2413-05 specifications.
Location & details#
- Location: Hallam, Nebraska.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid.
- Travel: 25% to 50% travel is required, typically within Nebraska.
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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