About the role#
This internship provides practical engineering experience within the Energy Supply department. You will work on technical projects involving power distribution, motors, controls, protective relays, transformers, and generators. This role balances office tasks with hands-on work in power station environments.
What you'll do#
- Support electrical system design, equipment maintenance, and testing.
- Collect field data and update electrical drawings.
- Troubleshoot plant equipment and perform component-level debugging.
- Assist with project planning, implementation, and execution.
- Ensure electrical code adherence and safety compliance.
- Manage project documentation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited university as a Junior, Senior, or Graduate student.
- Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Ability to work hands-on at heights and in industrial or construction environments.
- Enrollment in a university co-op program is preferred.
Location & details#
- Locations: Mulberry, Apollo Beach, and Tampa, Florida.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time position.
About TECO Energy
TECO Energy is a public holding company that operates regulated electric and gas utilities. It provides energy services to customers in Florida and New Mexico through its subsidiaries. The firm maintains its headquarters in Tampa. It employs approximately 3,300 people.
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