About the role#
Prairie State Generating Company offers a summer internship for students interested in Information Technology. This program provides exposure to the technology used in coal mining and power generation operations. You will gain industry experience through hands-on training and work with professionals in the field.
What you'll do#
- Provide hands-on support for IT infrastructure, including software, hardware, and desktop systems.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance throughout the program.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a college degree program for Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Good academic standing.
- Availability for a 12-week program from late May to mid-August.
- Ability to communicate clearly with co-workers and supervisors.
- Ability to read and understand operating procedures and Safety Data Sheets.
- Comfort working with computers and related technology.
- Ability to work unsupervised when necessary.
- Physical ability to sit, stand, reach, stoop, and lift boxes up to 25 pounds.
- Knowledge of safety and health hazards related to job assignments.
Location & details#
- Location: Marissa, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship.
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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