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Engineering Interns (Production) - Summer 2026

Hallam, NE, US, 68368-0088

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for two Engineering Interns (Production) - Summer 2026 located at Sheldon Station in Hallam, Nebraska.  Positions close January 19, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. 

 

These positions will report to the Sheldon Station Engineering Manager.

Position Summary

Nebraska Public Power District is seeking two engineering students to work with and assist other experienced engineering staff in the Engineering Department at Sheldon Station. Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, or other relevant engineering disciplines are acceptable.  The duration of the internship will be May 2026 to August 2026, based on school calendar dates.

 

Sheldon Station is located northeast of Hallam, Nebraska, and is a short drive from Lincoln, Nebraska.  Sheldon Station consists of two (105 and 120) megawatt coal fired units, and also houses a standalone 56-megawatt dual fuel combustion turbine capable of operation on either natural gas or liquid fuel.

 

Sheldon Station's history includes construction and operation of a sodium graphite nuclear steam generator as part of initial construction in the early 1960's. It has remained in continuous operation since then with numerous configuration changes to meet ever changing economic and regulatory requirements.

 

The Engineering Department at Sheldon Station has responsibilities including daily support for operations and maintenance, trending system performance and initiating actions to restore/improve system performance and reliability, troubleshooting off-normal system conditions, failure and root cause analysis, evaluation of proposed configuration changes, recommendations to maintain asset value, capital project management and coordination of maintenance-related projects.

Education, Training and Experience

The student must be pursuing an engineering degree from an ABET accredited college/university.

At a minimum, the student must be finishing their sophomore year of college. 

Licenses and/or Certifications

None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

-Assist Plant Engineers with equipment troubleshooting

-Obtain field data

-Utilize drawings and prepare drawing revisions

-Update plant records

-Trend equipment performance data

-Research equipment/component replacement and upgrade options

-Assist Plant Engineers with project field implementation and contractor oversight

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

 

Starting Wage

Sophomore $24.89 per hour

Junior $26.80 per hour

Senior $28.72 per hour

 

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska)  Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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