2027 Technical Services Projects Intern - Geysers
About The Position
Constellation is seeking motivated engineering students for a paid Technical Services Projects Internship at The Geysers in Middletown, California. The in-person internship lasts approximately 10 weeks, from June 7, 2027, through August 13, 2027. Interns work on specific projects to gain hands-on experience, working independently under an assigned supervisor and technical mentor. The intern will support capital construction projects across The Geysers, helping manage schedules, budgets, quality standards, project execution, safety, construction administration, materials, and financial forecasts. The role involves working with engineering project managers, internal stakeholders, contractors, vendors, inspectors, and regulatory agencies, and supporting multiple construction crews at field locations.
Requirements
- Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Civil 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.
- Flexibility and ability to work harmoniously with others in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to self-start and manage multiple simultaneous tasks and priorities.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, construction specifications, and applicable codes and standards.
- Working knowledge of ASME B31.1, building codes, and county use permit requirements.
- Experience overseeing contractors and construction projects.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel.
Nice To Haves
- Senior standing.
Responsibilities
- Manage schedules, budgets, and quality standards for capital construction projects at The Geysers.
- Oversee projects from competitive bidding through construction, startup, and closeout.
- Collaborate with the Engineering Project Manager to achieve defined project milestones.
- Review Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) activities and understand how to mitigate safety hazards.
- Attend meetings with Calpine stakeholders, contractors, vendors, engineers, inspectors, and regulatory agencies to support compliance and successful project execution.
- Review and understand the application of codes and regulations, including ASME B31.1, Calpine Geysers Construction Specifications, Sonoma and Lake County Use Permits, and CEC/CPUC jurisdictional requirements.
- Collaborate to resolve complex construction and field issues while maintaining control of scope, budget, and schedule.
- Support day-to-day operations and safety oversight for multiple construction crews across various Geysers sites.
- Manage inventory and chain-of-custody documentation for owner-supplied materials.
- Provide construction administration support, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, safety orientations, site access coordination, punch lists, and as-built documentation.
- Support monthly forecasting and accruals in coordination with Engineering and Business Management teams.
Benefits
- Paid internship.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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