Intern (Field Engineering) in Bridgeport, West Virginia at BHE GT&S

BHE GT&S has an exciting summer internship opportunity for a student majoring in Engineering (Mechanical, Petroleum, or Chemical) within our Field Engineering Department at our White Oaks General Office located in Bridgeport, WV.

• Thermal Relief Valve Calculation
• PFT clean up
• Gas loss map calculations
• Aux building fire detection specification
• Development of remediation plan for Aegis All Risk Inspection recommendations

• Flapper Cap Design

Individuals must have a desire to learn and produce as part of a safety conscious workplace. An independent source of transportation for this summer 2027 internship is needed as there are limited public transportation options in the area.

Your summer internship will consist of a minimum of 8 weeks on site and will begin June 7. Please note: the internship could be extended considering your summer schedule and the needs of the business, so a start date prior to June 7 and/or extended end date could be a possibility.

*Successful candidates who are 50 miles or more from the assigned work location may be eligible for a one-time housing stipend.

Qualified candidates will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Currently be enrolled in a 4 year ABET accredited Engineering Bachelor's degree program.
• Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher (3.0 preference).
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to create and work with Word/Excel spreadsheet and reports.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment or independently.
• Good planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to assist in performing preventative equipment maintenance activities as required.
• Preliminary work experience demonstrating knowledge of equipment and repair.
• Analytical and deductive reasoning skills, oral/written communication skills, technical writing skills, electrical/mechanical skill/mathematical skills.
• Ability to analyze/troubleshoot/solve equipment or process problems.
• Ability to conduct site inspections or walk downs, including working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Ability to maintain drawing and configuration documentation as related to repairs and modification.
• Ability to use basic hand tools, basic measuring and testing equipment, and small power tools.
• Ability to articulate technical subject matter both verbally and written.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations.
• Good communications and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated and have a strong work ethic.
• Prefer students with active participation in a university engineering organization, especially, in a leadership role.

• Must currently hold a valid driver's license.

Education

Currently enrolled in a 4 year ABET accredited Engineering Bachelor's degree program.

Candidates must have a 2.5 GPA or higher (Preference 3.0 GPA or higher)

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position descriptions are developed as guides for the employees of BHE GT&S. The management team of BHE GT&S reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and position requirements to meet the corporate business goals and needs.