About the role#
This internship provides practical experience with utility engineering practices and electric distribution systems. You will join the Electric Distribution Asset Management team to support planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operations. Interns are assigned to a specific functional area, such as Substations, System Protection, Reliability, Planning Support, Materials and Standards, or Inspection and Maintenance.
What you'll do#
- Support electric distribution design, construction, and maintenance projects.
- Use software tools to model the distribution grid and its components.
- Analyze distribution system data to improve the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the grid.
- Collaborate with engineers and other technical professionals on daily operations and project initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a graduation date of June 2027 or later.
- Minimum GPA of 2.8.
- High School Diploma, GED, or HSED.
- Valid Driver's License.
Location & details#
- Locations: Milwaukee, Appleton, or Green Bay, Wisconsin.
- Term: Summer 2027, starting in May.
- Modality: Full-time and on-site.
- Compensation: $23.10 to $27.55 per hour, plus paid company holidays.
- Note: Sponsorship for work authorization is not available.
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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