Intern/Co-Op Engineer (Nuclear) - Summer 2027
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Nebraska Public Power District
Brownville, NE, US
Summary
The intern or co-op engineer will assist with electrical and mechanical modifications, system modeling, and equipment evaluations at the nuclear power plant. They are also responsible for performing component walk downs and applying engineering standards to support plant operations.
Job Description
Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an opening for up to three (3) Intern/Co-Op Engineer (Nuclear) - Summer 2027 located at Cooper Nuclear Station in Brownville, Nebraska. Position closes November 2, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
This position will report to an Engineering Supervisor based upon Co-Op/Intern degree of study and interests in cooperation with the Director of Engineering.
Position Summary
Cooper Nuclear Station (CNS) located near Brownville, Nebraska, offers outstanding opportunities for students pursuing a degree in Engineering. CNS is looking for students who have an interest in working in the field of nuclear power generation. Co-op engineering students are hired for a semester with comprehensive benefits, additional pay for living expenses, and a competitive salary.
NOTE: Co-op position is available to undergraduate students only.
Education, Training and Experience
The student must be pursuing an engineering degree from an accredited college/university. At a minimum, the student must be finishing their sophomore year of college.
The Co-op Engineer will work the 2027 summer/fall session (mid-May through December 2027).
The Engineer Intern will work the 2027 summer session (mid-May through approximately the first week of August 2027).
Licenses and/or Certifications
Not Applicable
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Electrical Engineer Intern/Co-op Engineer Duties
Learn and apply alternating current/direct current system modeling techniques with EDSA software.
Assist with electrical and/or instrument control logic modifications.
Calculate and track individual Motor Control Center (MCC) electrical loading.
Apply National Electrical Code to new and existing electrical installations.
Gain invaluable experience in a growing electrical utility industry.
Mechanical Engineer Intern/Co-op Engineer Duties
Assist with preparing Modifications.
Assist with field support of Modifications.
Prepare Design Change Notices.
Assist with mechanical engineering evaluations.
Perform equipment/component walk downs.
Gain practical experience of working in a nuclear power plant.
Gain invaluable experience in a growing electric utility.
Other Engineering Major Intern/Co-Op Duties
Will be based upon degree and area in which the assignment will be.
Accountable for other duties as assigned.
Salary Information -
Engineer Intern/Co-Op Sophomore - $25.64 per hour
Engineer Intern/Co-Op Junior - $27.61 per hour
Engineer Intern/Co-Op Senior - $29.58 per hour
Interns are eligible for a $1,000 housing stipend.
Co-Ops are eligible for a $2,500 housing stipend.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.
Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Nebraska Public Power District is a public corporation and political subdivision of the state of Nebraska. We operate an integrated electric utility system including generation, transmission, and distribution facilities. We work in partnership with other utilities, businesses, and community leaders to serve more than 530,000 Nebraskans with retail or wholesale electric power and energy-related services. As a public power utility, we are governed by an 11-member Board of Directors, popularly elected from within our chartered territory which includes all or parts of 84 of Nebraska's 93 counties.
Founded
1970
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Utilities
Org type
Public Company
Nebraska Public Power District is a public corporation and political subdivision of the state of Nebraska. We operate an integrated electric utility system including generation, transmission, and distribution facilities. We work in partnership with other utilities, businesses, and community leaders to serve more than 530,000 Nebraskans with retail or wholesale electric power and energy-related services. As a public power utility, we are governed by an 11-member Board of Directors, popularly elected from within our chartered territory which includes all or parts of 84 of Nebraska's 93 counties.
Founded
1970
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Utilities
Org type
Public Company
