Engineer Internship

Northeast Missouri Electric Power Cooperative (Northeast Power) has an opening for an Engineering Intern at the Palmyra, Missouri, location. Northeast Power is a transmission cooperative delivering power to northeast Missouri and southeast Iowa.

This is a paid summer internship starting in May 2026 and ending in August 2026. The standard work schedule follows a 4-day, 10-hour shift, Monday through Thursday. Some flexibility in workdays and hours may be required based on project needs and assignments.

What You Will Do:
This internship provides hands-on experience supporting engineering projects in a transmission utility environment. The intern will assist engineering staff with design, analysis and project documentation while gaining exposure to transmission systems and operations. Key responsibilities include:

·      Assist with engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.

·      Support project analysis, field inspections and data collection.

·      Collaborate with staff to maintain system diagrams, GIS records and project documentation.

·      Support compliance, safety and general engineering tasks as assigned.

What We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented individual with an interest in electrical, civil or power systems engineering. In addition, we are looking for:

·      Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or a related field.

·      Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

·      Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

·      Effective written and verbal communication skills.

·      Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred