RCM Engineering Intern

Associated Electric Cooperative•Clifton Hill, MO

About The Position

At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network! From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth. Are you a smart, driven student ready to tackle the fascinating challenges of the power industry? AECI’s Thomas Hill Power Plant is seeking an exceptional candidate for a Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) Engineering internship for the summer of 2026.

Requirements

Current students enrolled in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Mechanical preferred) with at least two years completed toward a Bachelor of Science degree.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and a commitment to punctuality and attendance.

Nice To Haves

Experience with engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MATLAB) is a plus.
A proactive attitude with a strong interest in the power production industry.

Responsibilities

Assist Reliability and Predictive Maintenance Engineers in various engineering tasks focused on increasing the reliability of our coal and gas plant fleet.
Participate in projects that may require overnight or extended stays at our plant sites in MO, OK, AR
Support the design and implementation of reliability improvement initiatives across multiple sites.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot and solve complex engineering challenges.
Gather and analyze data to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime.