2027 Power Generation Facility Intern - Sutter Energy Center

Constellation Energy Generation, LLC.•Yuba City, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Constellation is seeking highly motivated engineering students for a paid Power Generation Facility Internship at Sutter Energy Center in Yuba City, California. The internship is in person and lasts approximately 10 weeks, from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Interns work on specific projects to gain real-world, hands-on experience, working independently under an assigned supervisor and technical mentor. The role supports plant engineering, operations, maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, recordkeeping, procedures, and inventory tasks under appropriate supervision.

Requirements

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Controls Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Chemical Engineering at an accredited college or university.
Legally eligible to work in the United States now and in the future for any company.
Willingness to work outdoors, in field locations, and in a hands-on environment.
Willingness to adhere to plant safety standards, procedures, and practices.
Good comprehension of basic engineering practices.
Good problem-solving and analytical ability.
Strong computer skills, especially with spreadsheet and word-processing programs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to be flexible and work harmoniously with others in a dynamic environment.
Ability to self-start and manage multiple simultaneous tasks and priorities.
Reliable transportation to and from work.

Nice To Haves

Junior or senior standing.

Responsibilities

Assist the Plant Engineer with day-to-day engineering tasks.
Assist plant shift operations, including local starting and stopping of equipment.
Assist in maintaining shift operating logs and records when required.
Read and record gauges and meters when required.
Assist with mechanical and electrical maintenance tasks, inspections, and troubleshooting under the direct supervision of a qualified Calpine employee.
Assist in developing standard operating procedures.
Assist with maintaining plant chemistry logs and records.
Assist with requisitioning spare-parts inventory for plant equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned under the direct supervision of a Calpine employee.
Report to and take day-to-day written and verbal instructions from the Plant Operator, Plant Manager, and Operations Manager.