Electrical Engineering Intern- Summer 2027

About the role

This is your chance to embark on an exciting journey where you can make a real impact from day one! You’ll learn directly from industry leaders, collaborate with a dynamic team, and engage in mentorship opportunities while working on individual projects that showcase your unique talents. We’re dedicated to your growth, offering comprehensive training and development programs tailored to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of the electric utility industry.

By applying for the positions listed in this posting, you are expressing your interest in our electrical engineering internship based in Columbus, Ohio. A $1,500/month housing stipend will be provided for those moving more than 45 miles from their home address.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with project teams and experienced engineers on planning, designing and executing enterprise resource projects to ensure seamless integration from design to construction.
• Engaging in design reviews, training sessions, knowledge-building projects and constructability assessments to maintain safety and operational standards.
• Participate in field visits to operational facilities to understand power system operations and assist in inspections and tests.
• Assisting in the development and analyses of databases, reports, cost estimates and dashboards to enhance data-driven decision-making.
• Supporting documentation for decision-making processes and initiatives aimed at improving operational performance and safety in our services.
• Embrace AEP’s safety culture by understanding safety guidelines and standards in both office and field environments.
• Expanding your engineering skills by taking on new challenges.

Note: Specific responsibilities may vary based on your skills, interests, and current projects.

Requirements

Required

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in ELECTRICAL Engineering in a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
• Must have completed at least your freshman year.
• Graduation date between Spring 2028 – Fall 2028.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship, OPT, or CPT.

Preferred

• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interest in the electric utility sector, energy efficiency, and sustainability practices.
• Effective time management skills.

Location

This internship opportunity is onsite, located in Columbus, OH.

Benefits

• Pay is commensurate with education hours.
• Eligible interns may be considered for AEP's Earn While You Learn (EWYL) benefit, offering the opportunity to continue working with AEP while pursuing their education.
• Duration: 10–12 weeks.
• $1,500/month housing stipend for those relocating more than 45 miles from their home address.

Physical demands

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

About the company

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.