Intern (Field Engineering)

BHE (Berkshire Hathaway Energy)•Bridgeport, WV

3d•$27 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

BHE GT&S is offering a summer internship in its Field Engineering Department at the White Oaks General Office in Bridgeport, West Virginia. The internship is for a student enrolled in an engineering bachelor’s degree program and includes a minimum of eight weeks onsite, beginning June 7, 2027. The internship may be extended based on the student’s summer schedule and business needs; an earlier start or later end may also be possible. Students who live 50 miles or more from the assigned work location may be eligible for a one-time housing stipend. An independent source of transportation is needed because public transportation options in the area are limited. The intern will contribute to engineering and field-related work while learning in a safety-conscious workplace. Candidates should be able to work independently and with a team, communicate technical information, support equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, and conduct site inspections or walkdowns, including in heights and confined spaces. BHE GT&S is an interstate natural gas transmission and storage company committed to a safe and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

Currently be enrolled in a four-year ABET-accredited engineering bachelor’s 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, and the ability to create and work with documents, 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.
Have preliminary work experience demonstrating knowledge of equipment and repair.
Have analytical and deductive reasoning, oral and written communication, technical writing, electrical and mechanical, and mathematical skills.
Be able to use basic hand tools, basic measuring and testing equipment, and small power tools.
Have knowledge of environmental regulations.
Have good communication and problem-solving skills; be self-motivated and have a strong work ethic.
Hold a valid driver’s license.
Have an independent source of 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.
Active participation in a university engineering organization, especially in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

Perform thermal relief valve calculations.
Complete PFT cleanup.
Perform gas loss map calculations.
Assist with the auxiliary building fire detection specification.
Develop a remediation plan for Aegis All Risk Inspection recommendations.
Work on flapper cap design.
Assist in performing preventative equipment maintenance activities as required.
Conduct site inspections or walkdowns, including work at heights and in confined spaces.
Maintain drawing and configuration documentation related to repairs and modifications.
Analyze, troubleshoot, and solve equipment or process problems.