About the role#
Prairie State Generating Company offers a summer internship for students interested in the power generation industry. This program provides hands-on training and exposure to operations in an active power plant. You will work alongside industry professionals on projects that support plant functionality.
What you'll do#
- Assist with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering projects focused on system optimization.
- Support work on plant control systems, including PLCs and DCS, with oversight from system engineers.
- Help maintain high, medium, and low voltage power systems.
- Collect and interpret data to improve overall system efficiency.
- Build your knowledge of P&IDs, electrical schematics, connection drawings, and one-lines.
- Prepare and deliver a presentation on your project work to plant management at the end of the term.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program for Electrical Engineering while in good academic standing.
- Availability for a 12-13 week program from mid-May through mid-August 2027.
- Understanding of safety and health hazards relevant to the work environment.
- Ability to read operating procedures and Safety Data Sheets.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently when needed.
- Physical ability to climb ladders, enter confined spaces, wear respirators, and lift up to 25 pounds.
- Basic knowledge of control and power systems is desired.
- Proficiency in Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, paid position located in Illinois.
- The role requires working in office, power plant, and coal mine environments where you may be exposed to industrial safety hazards and varying noise levels.
About Prairie State Generating Company
Prairie State Generating Company operates the Prairie State Energy Campus in Washington County, Illinois. Founded in 2012, the organization provides baseload power to over 2.5 million families across multiple states. The facility includes a 1,600 megawatt coal-fired power plant and an adjacent underground coal mine. It employs 262 people across coal mining, power generation, and corporate support roles.
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