Power Plant Winter Internship

WIN Waste Innovations•Concord, NH

About The Position

The Plant Internship program provides broad exposure to power plant operations and gives students in Power Engineering Technology, Facilities Engineering, and related fields the opportunity to apply academic theories and practices in a real-world setting. Interns work with one or more functional teams, develop new skills, and learn about different areas of the business while gaining practical experience relevant to their studies before college graduation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (accredited).
Be pursuing an accredited Bachelor’s degree in a field of study relevant to the internship.
Currently enrolled in a BS engineering program (Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear, Environmental, or Facilities) or a similar academic program.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in power generation facilities is desired.
Maritime students are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate plant equipment to maintain safe, efficient, and continuous plant operations.
Make rounds to check plant equipment conditions and record operational data on log sheets.
Operate the Ash Handling System safely and efficiently.
Test and treat boiler, cooling, and other plant water systems.
Lift moderate to heavy material.
Operate all aspects of the demineralization system, including making required adjustments safely and accurately.
Assist with coordination of plant health, safety, and environmental compliance programs, issues, and results.
Install, troubleshoot, clean, inspect, and maintain mechanical equipment throughout the facility safely and professionally.
Assist with electrical, calibration, maintenance, and repair procedures.
Learn how Wheelabrator Technologies Waste-to-Energy Power Plants are operated, managed, and budgeted.
Perform other duties as assigned.