Intern - Electric Operations

Berkshire Hathaway Energy • Des Moines, IA

48d

About The Position

MidAmerican Energy Company is seeking a student pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering graduating later than August 2026. Electric Delivery Support interns will be exposed to a variety of projects and activities that occur within the energy industry. Interns will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills learned through college and apply them to the workplace. The position is temporary, nonexempt, and full-time/hourly through the summer.

Requirements

• Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in engineering.
• Must be able to work May-August 2026.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Employment is contingent upon passing a post-offer physical and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Prior energy industry experience helpful.
• Software skills needed to be used in extracting information from various sources, conducting analysis and assisting workforce to achieve goals.
• Effective project management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Provide Engineering support for planning, design, construction, and maintenance of the electric distribution system. Project assignments may include performing project designs and field support (inspection, staking, measuring, and record verification).
• Maintaining inspection data bases and recording inspection results.
• Performing Engineering analysis, investigations, and preparing engineering reports.
• Maintenance of Electric Distribution maps and drawings with appropriate electrical equipment details and specifications.
• Other special projects as determined by the electric distribution engineering manager and staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Utilities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees