Power Plant Operations Intern

Job Posting End Date

04-17-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

Perform basic technical tasks related to power plant operations, protection and equipment testing. Support plant operations by helping maintain safety standards, performing routine activities and support team.

Job Description

• Essential Job Functions & Tasks
  
  
  
  

Assist equipment operators while learning the following job duties:

• Perform routine cleaning of plant areas and equipment, including outside areas, as assigned.
• Monitor water chemistry as required. Maintain water pH and follow EPA guidelines as applicable.
• Operate computer systems for information filing and retrieval.
• Assist in preparing boilers and auxiliaries for operation and removal from service.
• Use flow diagrams to identify system piping and equipment. Make required equipment checks and assist in performing tests and preparing related reports, graphs and curves.
• Attend and actively participate in required training sessions.
• Follow all company safety rules, operating regulations, and practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Basic Qualifications
  
  
  
  

Education:

High school graduate or equivalent.

Must be at least be enrolled in an associates' program for Power Plant Technology.

Experience:

• Must be able to work in accordance with established safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to follow both written and verbal instruction.
• Must be able to provide both written and verbal instruction to others when necessary.
• Must be able to deal with customers and other employees in a courteous and professional manner.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or Job Description.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Must have working knowledge of computers and computer software applications.
• Must qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
  
  
  
  

Successful completion of the Plant Operator Selection System (POSS) is required for this position. A review of Employment Testing Information, Test-Taking Tips, together with the POSS Practice Tests may be helpful. A link to these materials may be found at AEP.com Careers by selecting Employment testing. Possess a appropriate State driver's license. Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as may be established by the Company, all required training to advance to Equipment Operator. This includes the ability to gain a working knowledge of all applicable operating instructions and procedures. Must successfully qualify for Equipment Operator 1st Yr. within three months. Must be available to work rotating shifts. Holidays and weekends as required. Must be available for call-out.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Climb ladders & stairs a number of times each day.
• Use fine dexterity to move switches & controls to precise locations
• Detect color on alarms, equipment & other devices
• Hear announcements on the Plant PA system, and to hear abnormal sounds of plant equipment
• Communicate plant information by phone, in person or by radio
• Work on heights, grating, platforms and catwalks.
• Exert up to 50 lbs of pressure to manually turn off valves.
• Able to stand or walk continuously for up to 8 hours.
  
  
  
  

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

Co-Op/Intern-001

Compensation Range:

$ - $

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: M – Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

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