About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to gain professional experience in the power generation field. You will work in a plant and office setting, assisting with project engineering, planning, and technical support across 30 hydroelectric facilities in Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
What you'll do#
- Apply your classroom learning to real-world engineering projects.
- Combine engineering science with team-building and communication skills.
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating equipment and system performance.
- Support the maintenance of reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Gain hands-on experience in a professional utility environment.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Aerospace, or Biomedical Engineering.
- Graduation date after July 2027.
- Minimum GPA of 2.8.
- High School Diploma, GED, or HSE.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to work in plant, outdoor, and office settings.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Iron Mountain, Michigan.
- Term: Summer 2027 (starting May or June).
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: $23.10 to $27.55 per hour, plus paid company holidays.
About WEC Energy Group
WEC Energy Group is a public utility holding company that provides electric and natural gas service to nearly 4.4 million customers. It operates across Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota through several regulated utility subsidiaries. The company manages extensive infrastructure including 70,000 miles of electric distribution lines and 44,000 miles of natural gas lines. Founded in 2015, the firm maintains headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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