Intern-College-Power Generation

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Pay Grade

Temporary

Position Summary

The CPS Energy Internship Program is designed to meet the industry’s rapidly changing workforce needs by providing San Antonio college students an opportunity to be paired with a mentor to acquire meaningful hands-on experiences that expands their understanding of the industry and exposes them to essential skills they must acquire or develop to succeed.  The internship is designed for the intern to learn how to perform in a work environment and understand the rationale behind the strategies used.  Applicants must reside in the San Antonio Metropolitan area and are currently enrolled in school or recently graduated to qualify. 

 

The Power Generation Engineering Intern will work under the guidance of an engineering mentor to support Power Generation business needs. Interns will be assigned projects to improve power plant operations, maintenance and/or performance. This internship will permit exposure to the student’s field of study and provide meaningful experience for future professional employment.  

 

Spring 2026 Internship Cohort

Application deadline: 11/7/2025

Location: CPS Energy headquarters 500 McCullough Ave., San Antonio, TX 78215

Current college transcript is required for the application*

Tasks and Responsibilities

Utilize engineering and project management skills for project development and/or execution. Identify and incorporate new ideas and technologies for project development and recommend economically viable options.  Create business justifications, budget estimates and schedules for new projects. 

Develop equipment specifications for replacement/upgrade of existing equipment and scopes of work for planned maintenance activities. 

Provide general support to Power Generation Engineers and respond to daily plant operational needs to ensure safe, efficient and reliable plant operation and production. Support analysis and troubleshooting for operations and maintenance and develop recommendations for improvement.  

Work in a team environment and collaborate with other Power Generation and CPS Energy business areas to achieve desired results.  Interface as a representative of CPS Energy with consultants, vendors, contractors, and other companies. 

Recommend/implement solutions for improved performance and employee health and safety to support a zero accident/incident goal. 

Initiate, implement, and complete project work as assigned. 

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.Must be currently enrolled in a related discipline.A minimum GPA of 2.5.Must currently reside within 120 miles of CPS Energy Headquarters.Demonstrated leadership potential.Self-motivated and results oriented.Exceptional communication skills.Effective networking skills.Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Demonstrate an interest in a career applicable to the utility industry.Participate in full-time employment with CPS Energy.Attend all activities sponsored by CPS Energy during employment.Pass a drug test and background screen prior to employment with CPS Energy.Submit application, resume, transcripts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail 

• Task Oriented 

• Self-Starter 

• Problem Solving Skills 

Competencies

Communicates EffectivelyLearning QuicklyServing CustomersDelivering High Quality WorkAdapting to Others

Minimum Education

Must be a college student; currently enrolled in a related discipline

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Indoor work, operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and presenting. Use of personal computing equipment, phone, multi-functioning printer & calculator. Ability to travel to & from meetings, training sessions or other busi-related events.

Physical Demands

Indoor work, operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, t