MECOP Intern Program Cohort 2026

To be eligible for PGEs Internship program you must be at least 18 years old and have met one of the following criteria:

A high school senior that has enrolled in a college or trade school

A current college or trade school student who is returning to college or a trade school as a full-time student

A recent 2022-2023 college graduate

You must provide verification of your student status by submitting your college transcript (an unofficial one is acceptable) or letter of acceptance to a college or trade school with your online application. You will have the opportunity to upload your documents during the online application process.

At PGE our work involves dreaming about planning for and realizing a smarter cleaner more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we havent stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social economic and environmental progress. Were always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

This posting is for MECOP (Multiple Engineering Cooperative Program) Program participants. If you are not a MECOP participant please look for our other posted positions.

MECOP Intern Program Cohort - 2026

Job Function: Technical Provides support in the areas of science technology and mathematics.

Key Job Information: Undergraduate Technical Intern

Career Level: May spend a portion of time performing the work supervised. Responsible for results of the team. Works within established precedents and practices. Analyzes information to solve on-going problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Departmental Support May perform administrative technical or scientific tasks such as collecting samples or completing spreadsheets in support of department assigned.
• Research and Analysis May perform research and analysis under general supervision. May gather qualitative or quantitative data and develop reports or spreadsheets.
• Internship Program Events May participate in company-sponsored internship activities.
  

Education/Experience/Certifications

• Currently an actively enrolled undergraduate student (recent graduate or GED accepted) in good standing with and pursuing a bachelors degree preferably in a field related to internship.
• GPA of 2.5 or higher preferred.
• Some prior volunteer or work experience preferred.
• Requires a valid drivers license and a history of safe driving practices.
  

Competencies (Knowledge Skills Abilities)

Functional Competencies

• Working computer skills using MS Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Basic research skills.
• Working knowledge of common software applications within field.

General Competencies

• Working accuracy skills.
• Working organization and prioritization skills.
• Working decision-making skills.
• Working written and oral communication skills.
• Working problem-solving skills.
• Working analytical thinking skills.
• Working interpersonal skills.

Physical and Cognitive Demands

Cognitive Level Basic: Competencies needed to use common sense to carry out simple or uninvolved instructions and pass initial screening.

• Ability to adhere to set response times deadlines and time-sensitive tasks.
• Ability to follow accuracy standards.
• Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks.
• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress.
• Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change.
• Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback.
• Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement.
• Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks.
• Ability to successfully collaborate with peers managers and others within the organization.
• Demonstrates sound memory.
• Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks.
  

Schedule/Attendance

• Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule.
• Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular reliable predictable full-time attendance.

Physical Capabilities

• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
• Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
• Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e. moving equipment boats) (check all that apply):
  • Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough uneven or rocky surfaces).
  • Stairs (over 10steps).

Environment- Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):

• Office
• Plant
• Field

Compensation Range:

Actual total compensation is commensurate with experience skills and education.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company and at the same time support your well-being and professional development both now and into the future. To find out more click here.

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PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation or would like to request one please notify the recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting or by calling . The recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.

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