Intern (Automation and Controls)

Berkshire Hathaway Energy•Bridgeport, WV

9d•Onsite

About The Position

BHE GT&S is offering a summer internship in its Automation and Controls Department at the White Oaks General Office in Bridgeport, West Virginia. The position is intended for an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science student and includes a minimum of eight weeks working on site. The internship program begins June 7, 2027; an earlier start date or extended end date may be available depending on the student's schedule and business needs. A one-time housing stipend may be available to successful candidates who live 50 miles or more from the assigned work location. The intern must have independent transportation because public transportation options in the area are limited. The work takes place in a safety-conscious, team-centric environment and supports the company's CHAMPION culture of personal responsibility, continuous improvement, and delivering quality for customers.

Requirements

Be a rising sophomore or junior as of summer 2027.
Be currently enrolled in a four-year ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering bachelor's degree program or a Computer Science degree program.
Have a GPA of at least 2.5; a GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
Have excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Be able to create and work with Word/Excel spreadsheets and reports.
Be able to work effectively within a team or independently.
Have good planning and organizing skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Be able to communicate technical subject matter verbally and in writing.
Have knowledge of environmental regulations.
Have good communication and problem-solving skills.
Be self-motivated and have a strong work ethic.
Currently hold a valid driver's license.
Have independent transportation for the summer internship because public transportation options near the work location are limited.
Be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

Nice To Haves

A GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

Investigate and solve equipment issues.
Design, develop, and program software for real-time programmable logic controllers (PLC) and distributed process control systems (DCS).
Write or review operating procedures, as applicable.
Write and review process documentation.
Perform equipment or material inspections and quality controls.
Perform cost analysis, as applicable.
Contribute to a team-centric work environment based on mutual respect and integrity.
Support the Company's CHAMPION culture, centered around personal responsibility, continuous improvement, and delivering quality for customers.