What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Development and System Planning Engineering Internship (2 Openings) - Summer 2026 position at Hoosier Energy?
Are you looking to gain valuable, hands-on engineering experience? Hoosier Energy is offering two paid engineering internships for the summer of 2026. We are seeking organized, self-motivated engineering students who have completed at least one year of college by the time of the internship and are preferably majoring in electrical, mechanical, civil engineering, or project management. The internship will run from June to September, with flexible start and end dates, and will involve 40 hours per week. AutoCAD experience is a plus.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain real-world experience in early-stage planning, research, and documentation for capital projects in the electric utility industry. As an engineering intern, you will:
- Assist with project schedules, budgets, and scope documentation
- Support feasibility research, data collection, and basic analysis
- Help prepare technical documents, drawings, and reports
- Maintain organized project files and meeting notes
- Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and consultants
- Contribute to continuous improvement of templates and processes
Why Apply?
- Gain real-world engineering experience in a dynamic industry.
- Build valuable skills and enhance your knowledge in the energy sector.
- Establish a professional network with industry experts.
About Hoosier Energy: Hoosier Energy is a generation and transmission cooperative providing wholesale power and services to 17-member distribution cooperatives across central and southern Indiana and southeastern Illinois. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, we serve over 700,000 consumers across a service area of 15,000 square miles.
Apply today to enhance your engineering skills and take the next step in your professional development!
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