About the role#
Oglethorpe Power Corporation is seeking a Planning Co-op for the Winter 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid, on-site position based in Tucker, Georgia. You will work within the Planning, Forecasting, Rates, and Corporate Performance department to support essential utility operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the Manager of Load Forecasting in developing the annual load forecast for Member Systems and the company.
- Support projects related to corporate budget preparation and budget variance analysis.
- Conduct utility cost of service analysis and formulary rate making.
- Perform corporate financial reporting tasks.
- Coordinate the integration of data and forecasts from various sources.
- Develop new tools and processes to meet department goals.
- Shadow and complete assigned analysis projects.
- Communicate and interact with senior company management.
- Assist principal associates with department duties and process improvements.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a four-year accredited college or university.
- A major in Industrial Engineering, Finance, or Economics.
- Sophomore status or higher in good standing.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Location & details#
- Location: Tucker, Georgia.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time co-op.
- Compensation: Paid based on completed credit hours.
About Oglethorpe Power Corporation
Oglethorpe Power Corporation operates as a nonprofit energy producer based in Tucker, Georgia. Founded in 1974, the company supplies power to 38 consumer-owned electric membership cooperatives. These cooperatives serve 4.7 million residents across the state. The organization maintains a diverse portfolio of gas and hydroelectric resources.
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