About the role#
This Co-Op position offers students the chance to gain professional experience in power generation. You will work in plant and project engineering, planning, and technical support. This role involves hands-on work across our hydroelectric facilities in Wisconsin and Michigan.
What you'll do#
- Apply your classroom learning to real-world engineering projects.
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating equipment and system performance.
- Maintain reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance at our generation sites.
- Build skills in communication and team-building alongside engineering science.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Industrial, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering.
- Graduation date after July 2027.
- Minimum GPA of 2.8.
- High School Diploma, GED, or HSE.
- Valid driver's license.
Location & details#
- Locations: Merrill, Wisconsin or Iron Mountain, Michigan.
- Term: Full-time through Summer 2027.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position with company holidays.
- Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
About WEC Energy Group
WEC Energy Group is a public utility holding company that provides electric and natural gas service to nearly 4.4 million customers. It operates across Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, and Minnesota through several regulated utility subsidiaries. The company manages extensive infrastructure including 70,000 miles of electric distribution lines and 44,000 miles of natural gas lines. Founded in 2015, the firm maintains headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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