What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operations Intern - Rockaway NY position at IHI Power Services Corp?
Joining IHI Power Services Corporation (IPSC) means you’ll be joining a team in which employees are recognized as the backbone of the company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes a 401K and provides a range of benefit options covering your wellness needs.
At IHI, Diversity, Respect, and Inclusion are not simply initiatives, they are a commitment from the entire organization, treating everyone with respect, valuing people’s differences, and empowering everyone to have a voice.
IPSC provides operations, maintenance, management, and power support services to the US Power Generation Industry across the United States. Our team is comprised of experts from diverse backgrounds of technical fields, including power operations, engineering, asset management, as well as finance, human resources, administration, safety and environmental. With this diverse background coupled with extensive years of employee experience, IPS C provides exceptional operations, maintenance, management, and development expertise to a variety of power assets.
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Plant Operations Intern |
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Operation |
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Summer Intern |
Job Summary
IHI Power Plant - Rockaway Peakers location in Rockaway, NY is looking for an inquisitive and highly motivated person who can effectively communicate to join our team as a Summer Intern in 2026. Our dynamic team is highly skilled in our field and enjoys teaching others what we are passionate about. If you are selected for the internship you will learn about an industry that is essential to everyday life. Focal areas will include industrial processes, control systems, thermodynamics, process improvement, business acumen, and much more.
5HI Power Services has over 700 employees nationwide and is growing rapidly. We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, which are founded on our core values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Teamwork. We encourage women and other underrepresented groups in STEM programs or who have interest in learning more about power plants to apply! We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment that represents the world in which we live. If you are interested in power generation, management, engineering, regulatory compliance, or process improvement this is the summer internship for you. Come with the right attitude and aptitude; and we will teach the skills!
Job Functions
- Complete web-based safety, environmental, compliance, and operational training.
- Gain exposure to the broad range of power generation career paths by shadowing various craft and management level personnel.
- Learn the basic function and safe use of tools used in power generation.
- Document your experience and present a summary of your time at Armstrong Power to Management.
Education
Preferred but not required:
- Currently enrolled in or planning on attending a 2–4-year program, or interested in exploring employment opportunities within the power industry.
- At least a 2.5 cumulative GPA
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.
All candidates should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Interest in learning about what it is like to work in a power plant environment.
- Commitment to following all safety protocols, time and attendance policies and following directions.
- Ability to grasp new concepts.
- Willingness to learn from others and work in a team environment.
Other Qualifications
- Salary Range: $25.00/Hour
- Work Schedule: 8:00am-3:00pm with a 1 hour lunch, Monday-Thursday
- Travel Percentage: None
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Protective equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and safety boots must be worn in the performance of some duties.
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an intern to successfully perform the essential functions of this internship. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Physical requirements include the possibility of working on feet for extensive periods and requiring stair/ladder climbing.
- All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post offer physical examination and drug screening.
- There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.
- Must be able to work in elevated areas, confined spaces and in extreme heat and cold conditions.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
IHI Power Services, Corp., (IPSC), is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, age, sex, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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