Craft-Worker Intern - Power Plant Operations

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. They are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve, empowering employees, community members, and initiatives through volunteerism and investments in education, sustainability, and wellbeing.

About the role

This is an intern-level position. Interns will gain practical, hands-on experience in the utility industry under close supervision. This position provides challenging assignments, networking opportunities, and a chance to learn from experienced energy industry professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance activities as required to maintain, repair, inspect, install, rebuild, construct, and troubleshoot various power plant equipment.
• Assist in startup and shutdown of plant equipment, including monitoring and operating plant systems and responding to events and emergencies.
• Assist in operating controls and devices for proper plant operation. Coordinate unit operation with Generation Dispatch and Transmission Operations as required.
• Assist employees in carrying out work assignments.
• Clean equipment undergoing repairs, handle and move material, supplies, and equipment in connection with the work and work area.
• Learn to make and read simple drawings and sketches.
• Prepare for and take the Edison Electrical Institute (EEI) POSS/MASS test measuring job-responsive aptitude, ability to retain knowledge, and problem-solving skills.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in a technical field. Applicable degree fields include Applied Process Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
• Minimum 2.50 GPA.