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.

We are currently seeking applicants for a Mechanical Engineering Intern in the Engineering Department of our Power Production located at the New Madrid Power Plant in Marston, MO. 

This is a paid co-op available during the 2025 school year. This internship is available summer and fall semesters. Normal working days are Monday through Friday. You could potentially receive course credit while working at AECI! Contact your school’s career center for more information.

Qualified applicants must be currently enrolled in a mechanical engineering curriculum and have successfully completed two (2) years of work towards a Bachelor of Science by the end of the Spring 2025 semester with a preferred GPA at least 3.0. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Access) and AutoCad is desired.

As a mechanical engineering intern, projects may include the following:

• Perform various engineering tasks focused on increasing the reliability of our existing coal and gas plant fleet.
• Perform reviews of plant equipment failure mechanisms and providing preventative 
  maintenance recommendations.
• Assist with coordination of testing, data collection, reviewing reports for accuracy, writing 
  bid specifications and evaluating construction bids from multiple contractors.
• Assist with power plant improvement projects such as evaluating maintenance and cost 
  saving improvements.

To learn more and apply for a position, please visit www.aeci.org/careers. You will be able to upload additional applicant documents (i.e. resume, cover letter). 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.

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