Electrical Engineering Intern
Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer Internship)
Location: Cassopolis, MI
Department: Electric Engineering
Duration: Summer 2026
Position Summary
Midwest Energy & Communications (MEC) is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineering Intern to support our Electric Engineering team during the summer. This internship is designed for college students who are pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering and are interested in gaining hands-on experience within an electric cooperative environment.
The intern will assist with distribution system planning, design, and analysis projects while learning how a rural electric distribution system operates. This is an excellent opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world utility work while learning alongside experienced engineers.
What You’ll Learn and Support
Under the guidance of MEC’s engineering team, the intern may assist with:
- Distribution system planning and design activities
- Load forecasting, voltage analysis, and basic system modeling
- Reviewing maps, drawings, and system data
- Assisting with documentation related to system improvements and planning
- Observing field operations and construction activities when appropriate
- Supporting engineering staff with data analysis, reporting, and special projects
- Assisting with Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
- Learning safety practices, standards, and utility regulations relevant to electric distribution systems
Education & Experience
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Completion of at least sophomore-level coursework preferred
- Interest in power systems, utilities, or rural electric distribution is a plus
- Prior utility experience is not required
Skills & Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Ability to follow instructions and ask questions when clarification is needed
- Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in an office environment with occasional field exposure
Why You Should Apply:
You’re excited to learn how classroom concepts translate to distribution system planning, design, and operations. Your values align with ours, and you’re looking for a meaningful internship with a forward-thinking electric cooperative that serves rural communities while investing in innovation, learning, and future talent.
Think we’re a good match? Apply today!
Job Overview:
- Employment Type: Full-time, Summer 2026 Internship
- Pay Range: $25–$35 per hour, depending on education and experience
- Work Schedule/Location: Day shift, Cassopolis, MI
- Required Travel: Minimal (primarily local, as needed for learning and project support)
About MEC
In the 1930s, Midwest Energy & Communications (MEC) began to bring power and light to the rural space when the large utility providers wouldn't. Today's MEC embraces that same spirit, transforming the rural space by delivering first-in-class innovations and solutions where others won't. We bring comfort and convenience in the form of electric, propane and Internet solutions across southern Michigan. But we are so much bigger than the services we provide. There is a constant energy at MEC, it's a buzz felt wherever our employees gather, whether in the office or in the field. Because we genuinely like each other. We help each other solve problems. We boost each other up. And at the end of the day, we gather for fun and share stories about our work and home lives. We've worked hard to build a culture we're proud of, a culture that values taking care of each other, collaborating on new ideas and standing up for our rural community. We're excited about the work we do and who we get to do that work with. We're MEC. With us, it's all about the energy.
Midwest Energy & Communications is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital or veteran status.