Civil / Mechanical Engineering Intern - Year Round

Posting closes at 11:59 PM the day before the listed end date. Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite in Richland, WA. This is a paid year-round internship GENERAL SUMMARY Provide entry-level to more advanced technical support for the designated organization based on assigned projects and student skill level. This position will be directly accountable to assigned department staff and will support assigned project related activities and initiatives. Estimated start date: May/June 2027 PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES Support assigned routine department activities Support technical project-related activities within the department Support emergent related work or assignments REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Requires current part to full time enrollment status in a bachelor’s or graduate degree program in a technical field related to the assigned role at an accredited college or university. Target hire designation is determined by the expected knowledge level needed for the job duties assigned to each internship and by the expected status level of the student when the internship commences (Senior, Junior, etc). Must maintain a minimum 2.8 cumulative G.P.A. unless approved by Human Resources. The selected candidate will be expected to be available to work onsite at the designated work location on a year-round basis if business needs warrant it. High School Diploma or GED required. PAY RANGE Pay is based on academic level: Freshman: $19.31 per hour Sophomore: $19.31 per hour Junior: $25.17 per hour Senior: $27.32 per hour BENEFITS Temporary employees may be required to participate in the Washington State Pension Plan (PERS) and may also be eligible to enroll in medical insurance if the duration and hours worked requirements are met. Temporary employees accrue paid time off that is available to use after 90 days of employment. Energy Northwest does not provide employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Know Your Rights (PDF)