Intern - GREC Maintenance (Electrical & Instrumentation )

Grand River Dam Authority • Chouteau, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We deliver affordable, reliable ELECTRICITY, with a focus on EFFICIENCY and a commitment to ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP. We are dedicated to ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, providing resources and supporting economic growth. Our EMPLOYEES are our greatest asset in meeting our mission to be an Oklahoma Agency of Excellence. The Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) is an agency of the state of Oklahoma, created by the Oklahoma Legislature in 1935 to be a “conservation and reclamation district for the waters of the Grand River”. GRDA is a non-appropriated state agency, fully funded by revenues from the sale of electricity and water instead of tax dollars. GRDA utilizes a diverse portfolio of assets to generate, transmit and sell electricity to Oklahoma municipalities, electric cooperatives and industrial customers, as well as off-system customers across a four-state region. At the same time, GRDA manages over 70,000 surface acres of lake waters in Oklahoma, as well as the waters of the scenic Illinois River. The Grand River Energy Center (GREC) is a large multi-unit thermal power generation facility owned by the GRDA. The plant plays a critical role in providing reliable, flexible generation while maintaining high standards for safety and environmental performance. GRDA is seeking motivated and safety-focused students to participate in its Internship Program as an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Intern at the Grand River Energy Center. This internship provides hands-on exposure to electrical, controls, and instrumentation systems supporting modern power generation.

Requirements

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Controls, Industrial Technology, Electromechanical or related technical program with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Valid driver’s license and successful completion of a background check, physical, and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Assist E&I technicians with inspection, testing, and maintenance of electrical and instrumentation equipment
• Support calibration and verification of transmitters, switches, and control devices
• Observe troubleshooting of control systems, PLCs, and plant instrumentation
• Assist with documentation, drawings, and maintenance records
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to all GRDA safety policies
• Perform housekeeping and other assigned duties

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed