Design Engineering Intern / Co-Op

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Job Summary

As a Design Mechanical Engineering Co-Op, you will have the opportunity to participate in the Co-op/Intern Professional Development Program, which is designed to cultivate professional skills and provide professional level work at Vistra. Each participant will receive a personalized development plan, on-the-job training, and challenging assignments to refine skills and round out competencies.

Job Description

At Vistra, the co-op program is designed to prepare quality candidates for full time positions. In support of this, students are provided with the opportunity to work in different engineering units in subsequent semesters to provide a diversified Co-Op experience.  

Based on your Engineering discipline, as well as the department and projects to which you are assigned, selected candidates may:   

• Assist qualified engineers in developing design modification packages, including preparation of drawings, calculations, specifications and technical reports
• Support implementation of regulatory and industry code requirements  
• Support qualified system engineers in maintaining and optimizing the station's current maintenance strategies  
• Support problem solving teams and resolution of emergent issues  
• Interact with Operations and Maintenance organizations in support of daily plant activities   
• As a Vistra Co-Op you will also be expected to:    
  • Fully participate in the Vistra Co-Op/Intern program mandatory events   
  • Utilize knowledge, skills and abilities to work on challenging assignments and contribute to Vistra’s success  
  • Gain understanding of the nuclear and electric utility business and seize the opportunity to explore potential career paths at Vistra
  • Engage in candidate self-assessments and use supervisory feedback to improve your performance  
  • Develop career contacts and receive guidance from coaches and peers  
  • Network with other students  
  • Present to department members and leadership at the end of each session/rotation to highlight projects and contributions. 

• Must be enrolled in a four (4) year accredited college/university in a degree focused on Mechanical, Electrical or Civil/Structural Engineering  
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better required  
• Must have the ability to work without sponsorship (now or in the future)  
• Ability to commit to a minimum of two (2) CO-OP rotations. Spring, Summer or Fall (ideally)
• Must be willing to relocate to/reside near Perry, Ohio for the duration of the assignment (some candidates may be eligible for a living stipend)  
• Successful completion of basic engineering coursework  
• Must be able to work in both an office and plant environment with the ability to comply with safety procedures  
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and computer-aided design programs  
• Positive communication skills, as well as organizational skills to prioritize and plan work, multi-task and meet project deadlines

Job Family

General Services

Company

Vistra Nuclear Operations Company

Locations

PerryOhio

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