Network Operations Center Intern - Summer 2025
York, NE, US, 68467-0608
Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Network Operations Center Intern - Summer 2025 located at York Operations Center in York, Nebraska. Applicant review will begin on October 1, 2024, and this position will remain open until filled. This is a temporary position from approximately May 19 - August 15, 2025, to be based on student availability.
Position Summary
This is a temporary, entry level position as a Network Operations Center Intern. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of experienced Telecommunications Analysts, assisting in the monitoring of real-time and logged network management systems. This position will provide exposure and direct experience with LAN/WAN and OT networks, radio theory, and a broad range of telecommunications practices as listed below. This temporary position is for the summer of 2025, with start and end dates being negotiable based on candidate availability.
Education, Training and Experience
Applicant must be working toward an associates or bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Engineering, Information Technology or related field. The Intern must be enrolled in an accredited two-year or four-year college/university carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours with a GPA of 3.0. The internship/training must be in the student's field of study. College credit may apply to some internships.
Licenses and/or Certifications
None required
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Assist in monitoring of real-time and logged network management systems.
Assist in responding to Bulk Electric System SCADA failures, Bulk Electric System piloted protective relaying, the Nebraska State Radio System, and all Telecommunications equipment and systems.
Assist in tracking and coordination of telecommunications troubles.
Follow all change management and security procedures/practices. This includes various NERC standards as well as industry best practices.
Assist in being a technical resource for telecommunication technicians/engineers as well as other business units.
Assist in monitoring and frontline troubleshooting of NPPD critical telecommunications systems supporting the Bulk Electric System (BES), Centralized Customer Care Center (CCCC), Security Operations Center (SOC), and Nebraska Statewide Radio System.
Assist in monitoring and frontline troubleshooting of NPPD’s corporate IP network including all WAN/LAN systems.
Accountable for other duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.
Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $21.44 - $24.74 per hour (based on undergrad completion level)
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