RCM Engineering Intern

Discover a POWERful career at Associated Electric! Our organization offers challenging and rewarding work with career development and internal mobility opportunities - all within a family friendly and community centric culture. Our purpose is simple - to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy for our member-owners. At Associated Electric, one of the largest electric cooperatives in the nation, opportunities to gain valuable experience and contribute new ideas in an ever-changing industry are endless.

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 2025.

What You'll Do:

• 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.

Who We're Looking For:

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

Why choose AECI?

• Growth opportunities: Mentorship, training, and real-world experience.
• Culture: Inclusive, innovative, and dynamic work environment.
• Networking: Connect with industry leaders and peers.

Ready to Apply? Visit AECI Careers to create your profile, upload your resume, cover letter, and most recent transcript (unofficial copies are fine), and then submit your application.

AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all aspects of employment. Please contact us if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.

An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran.