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You’ll learn directly from industry leaders, collaborate with a dynamic team, and engage in mentorship opportunities while working on individual projects that showcase your unique talents. We’re dedicated to your growth, offering comprehensive training and development programs tailored to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of the electric utility industry.\nJob Description\nEngineering Internship Details\nBy applying for the positions listed in this posting, you are expressing your interest in our electrical engineering internship based in Columbus, Ohio.\nA $1,500/month housing stipend will be provided for those moving more than 45 miles from their home address.\nBasic Qualifications:\nRequired: Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in ELECTRICAL Engineering in a program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).\nMust have completed at least your freshman year.\nGraduation date between Fall 2027 - Summer 2028\nMust be at least 18 years old.\nThis position is not eligible for sponsorship, OPT, or CPT.\nPreferred:\nMinimum 3.0 GPA.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nInterest in the electric utility sector, energy efficiency, and sustainability practices.\nEffective time management skills.\nDay in the Life of an AEP Engineering Intern:\nAs an engineering intern at AEP, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of energy. 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Apply today and be part of the energy revolution while enjoying all that Columbus and surrounding areas has to offer!\nWhere Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do\nAt AEP, we’re more than just an energy company - we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!\nPhysical Demands\nThe Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nIt is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.\nCompensation Data\nCompensation Grade:\nCo-Op/Intern-001Compensation Range:\n$ - $The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.\nHear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! 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