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Engineering Intern - Water/Renewable Energy

North Platte, NE, US, 69103-0310

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Engineering Intern - Water/Renewable Energy located at North Platte Office in North Platte, Nebraska.  Position closes October 26, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time or until filled. 

This position will report to the Engineering Manager - Water Systems.

Position Summary

Nebraska Public Power District is seeking an engineering student to work with and assist other experienced engineering staff in the Water/Renewable Energy Engineering Department at North Platte Office. Civil, Electrical or other relevant engineering disciplines are acceptable.  The duration of the internship will May 2026 to August 2026, based on school calendar dates.

Education, Training and Experience

The student must be pursuing an engineering degree from an accredited college/university. At a minimum, the student must be finishing their sophomore year of college. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Assist with applying standard engineering practices and techniques utilizing prescribed methods in carrying out a sequence of related engineering tasks.

Performs a variety of specific tasks within each of the primary responsibilities: general understanding of the process involved, of the electric utility industry, and of economic/accounting principles; ability to manage personal performance; prepare design calculations; obtain field data; utilize drawings; develop design requirements; develop drawings and material lists; develop request for quotations; coordinate with procurement departments; and develop cost estimates.

Support Operations and Maintenance activities and associated skills which are required to provide technical support to the operation and maintenance of existing equipment or systems; troubleshooting, inspection, and testing performance.

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. 

 

Engineer Intern - Sophomore - $24.89 per hour
Engineer Intern - Junior - $26.80 per hour
Engineer Intern - Senior - $28.72 per hour 

 

Travel Required:   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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