Engineering Intern- Electrical

GRU•Gainesville, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Gainesville Regional Utilities (GRU) is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to support the Energy Supply – Production Assurance Support team. This on-site internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience supporting engineering projects and the maintenance of critical power-generation assets. The intern will assist engineers with project coordination and administrative activities, including preparing procurement documentation, assembling and organizing project records, and communicating with vendors. The position will also support the review, development, and improvement of preventive maintenance plans for electrical and other power plant equipment. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and interested in gaining hands-on experience in utility operations, electrical engineering, project support, and asset maintenance. Strong communication skills, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively in a professional, safety-focused environment are essential.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma; and must be enrolled in an institution of higher learning as a student working toward the completion of an associate, or bachelor degree in a related field.
Must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA.
Students must be able to work 15 to 20 hours per week.
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Nice To Haves

Relevant work or classroom experience in areas related to the Department.
Strong research and writing skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist engineers with project coordination and administrative activities, including preparing procurement documentation, assembling and organizing project records, and communicating with vendors.
Support the review, development, and improvement of preventive maintenance plans for electrical and other power plant equipment.
Shadow and train with experienced and accomplished professionals in the assigned area.
Learn and master internal operations, which could include accounting, event planning, finance, human resources, payroll, marketing, customer service, and other daily operations.
Assist department and staff with day-to-day operations and tasks.
Assist in preparing information and research materials; create and maintain PowerPoint presentations and Excel spreadsheets.
Assist with assignments and special projects specific to the department.
Assist in writing reports, conducting research, analyzing data, and making recommendations to improve effectiveness and efficiency.
Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, including the Mayor, City Commissioners, and members of the public.
May attend business meetings and networking events.
Attends work on a continuous and regular basis.
Assist with normal office duties such as answering phone inquiries, directing calls, and providing basic company information; oversee mail deliveries, packages, and couriers.
Provide clerical support by taking memos, maintaining files, and organizing documents; photocopy, fax, scan as needed.
Performs other related duties as assigned.