This a Temporary Position during Summer 2025
Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) is an organization with a rich history and a bright future. As a leader in the energy industry we look to our employees to help us grow change and provide power to over 600000 members of our 17 electric distribution cooperatives.
An Engineering intern assists in various areas of Power Production and Delivery in AECCs Engineering department located in Little Rock AR. Were looking for someone who can maintain a high degree of situational awareness to meet continually changing conditions with a fresh and adaptable approach. In this position you will be given the opportunity to work alongside peers who are versatile enthusiastic and strive to push forward with AECCs mission.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with various projects related to Power Production Power Delivery Electrical substations and/or associated monitoring control systems.
- Utilize computerbased engineering software programs to create design analyze and model related data to support the needs of our members.
- Support engineers with procurement and contracting related to the purchase of equipment materials or construction labor.
- Accompany AECC personnel on field visits to various locations throughout the state of Arkansas to collect data.
- Organize department drawings and documents to conform to division records management standards.
- Assist with database development and process mapping.
- Aid AECC staff including engineers analysts and technicians in the accomplishment of daily objectives.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Pursuing a Electrical Engineering degree from an engineering program that is accredited by The Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET Inc. (EAC of ABET) Land Surveying or a related discipline
- Valid state drivers license
- Technologically adept and advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills
- Exceptional analytical mathematical organizational and problemsolving skills
- Extremely detailed and accuracy oriented
- Selfstarter and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Able to work well in somewhat challenging weather conditions to support plant testing activities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using CAD software
- Experience with ESRI GIS software
- Prior electric utility experience
EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED
- Should you elect to apply for this position AECC/CI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing your qualifications and experience of all applicants your skills and credentials meet our needs someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 3090 days but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled all applicants will be notified via email. Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status age or any other protected category.
Required Experience:
Intern