What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineering Intern position at Otter Tail Corporation?
Otter Tail Power Company is currently seeking qualified student applicants to fill multiple Electrical Engineering Intern positions in Fergus Falls, MN and Morris, MN. The timeframe for this Intern position is from mid-May to mid-August 2026.
The duties of the Intern may include:
- Perform various technical analyses of the existing and planned transmission or distribution system in the upper Midwest in order to reliably serve our customers while maintaining efficient use of the transmission or distribution system.
- Data gathering, system updates and supporting existing engineering staff with their on-going efforts.
- Work with computer software simulations to conduct various types of transmission or distribution system analyses.
- Utilize computer tools to monitor the performance of the transmission or distribution grid.
- Provide software support within the Energy Management System related environments. Duties may include software development, display building and maintenance and development of application and user documentation.
- Work closely with engineers, system operators and multiple departments as required to facilitate job duties.
- Perform various short circuit and coordination studies.
- Assist with relay and control design.
QUALIFICATIONS: Looking for students in the electrical engineering curriculum with excellent organizational and written communication skills to draft accurate reports and make recommendations based on economic and technical support. The successful candidate will need strong oral communication skills and the ability to work together with people both within the company and with corresponding transmission counterparts at neighboring utilities. The successful candidate must have proficient computer skills with the ability to run various software applications and simulations including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access. Background in power engineering classes is preferred but not required. Some travel may be required. The expected base compensation for this role is $17-$24 hourly.
To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. Applications accepted through December 1, 2025. Expect not to hear about application status for a couple weeks after application deadline.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Salary : $17 - $24