At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network!
From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth.
The power industry is fascinating, complex, and constantly evolving. We’re looking for smart, driven engineering students who are ready to apply what they’re learning in the classroom to real-world projects that support the reliability of the electric system.
Paid engineering internships are available at our Headquarters facility in Springfield, Missouri, with opportunities in a variety of engineering departments throughout the 2026–2027 school year. Internships may be available during the fall, spring, and summer based on business needs and student availability. Normal working days are Monday through Friday.
Students may also be eligible to receive course credit for their internship. Check with your school’s career center for additional information.
Qualified applicants must:
Be currently enrolled at the time of the internship in engineering, engineering management, construction management, or a related technical field.
Have successfully completed at least two years of coursework toward a bachelor’s degree.
As an engineering intern, you may have the opportunity to:
Analyze electrical system data and assist with transmission, distribution, or other engineering studies.
Support relay, protection, coordination, load flow, system modeling, and other technical analysis projects.
Assist with testing, data collection, technical documentation, drawings, and reviewing reports for accuracy.
Work alongside engineers to investigate system events, trends, reliability concerns, or potential compliance issues.
Support plant and system improvement projects involving equipment, maintenance, controls, PLC systems, or new installations.
Help develop and maintain engineering tools, databases, scripts, procedures, and reports.
Assist with project specifications, construction or contractor information, and engineering recommendations.
What Associated provides:
- We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions.
- Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve.
- We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work.
- Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
At Associated Electric Cooperative, all of our 700+ employees across MO/AR/OK territory play a crucial role in powering our mission! Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find endless opportunities for career development here. Join us in an environment where your contribution is valued, and your career can thrive as we work together to keep the lights on!
Ready to Energize your career? Visit our website at www.aeci.org/careers to learn more about Associated and apply for a position.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Please reference the contact information below 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.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled during the internship in engineering, engineering management, construction management, or a related technical field.
- Successfully completed at least two years of coursework toward a bachelor's degree.
What We Do
Associated Electric Cooperative Inc. is owned by and provides wholesale power to six regional and 51 local electric cooperative systems in Missouri, northeast Oklahoma and southeast Iowa that serve more than 900,000 customers. AECI is a cooperative guided by the seven cooperative principles that reflect the best interests of members: voluntary and open membership; education, training and information; democratic member control; cooperation among cooperatives; members' economic participation; concern for community; autonomy and independence.
