About this role
OUC – The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second-largest municipal utility in Florida, is offering an internship program in the Transmission, Substation, and System Protection division.
The OUC Internship Program is dedicated to providing students with real-world, hands-on experience by partnering with energy leaders and experienced professionals, while bringing new and out-of-the-box perspectives and ideas that are essential for fostering the creativity and growth of any business. OUC’s internship program provides emerging talent with an immersive view of the utility industry through on-the-job training, educational sessions, self-paced learning courses, and individual or team projects.
We are looking for a Operational Technology Engineering Intern - Summer 2026. During this internship, you will partner with the OT Engineering team.
You will be involved in:
- Assisting with the design, analysis, and testing of electrical protection, control, SCADA, and communication systems for transmission and distribution projects, under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Gaining hands-on experience on real-world infrastructure projects, including exposure to industry standards, power system components, and protection & control practices.
- Supporting engineering deliverables using AutoCAD, CAD tools, and Microsoft Office, while applying analytical and problem-solving skills to technical challenges.
- Working as a team-oriented contributor, participating in collaboration, communication, and field visits, with a willingness to go onsite and engage in practical learning opportunities.
Internship Eligibility:
Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in a degree seeking program.
Academic status of Sophomore or above
Program of study: Electrical Engineering
Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
Authorized to work in the United States
Ability to commit to a full-time schedule during May 18, 2026, through August 14, 2026
The Ideal Candidate will have:
- Familiarity with electrical systems and industry standards
- Interest in power systems, protection & control
- Experience with AutoCAD / CAD tools (preferred)
- Team-oriented, strong communication skills
- Detail oriented, strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment
OUC Internship Rewards Package Includes:
Competitive pay
Career acceleration and development
Free access to on-site fitness centers at all locations
Location: Pershing
Compensation: $18 - $21 per hour, varies depending the education level
Schedule: Full-Time (up to 40 hours per week) – as assigned by leader following Hybrid Schedule.
Note: Unofficial transcripts must be uploaded at the time of the application submission.
OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.
EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled
Other facts
About Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)
The Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One) is a municipally-owned public utility providing electric and water services to the citizens of Orlando, Florida, St. Cloud, Florida, and unincorporated Orange and Osceola counties.
Established in 1923 by a special act of the Florida Legislature, OUC is the second largest municipal utility in Florida and 14th largest municipal in the country. OUC provides electric, water, chilled water and/or lighting services to 400,000 accounts. The company is governed by a five-member commission (including the Mayor of Orlando), which is responsible for all operating policies.
OUC has maintained the best electric reliability in the state of Florida for 21 years in a row, when compared to Florida’s investor-owned utilities. Our power is produced at the OUC-owned Stanton Energy Center via a diverse fuel portfolio, which includes nearly 20 megawatts of solar energy.
And, our clean, safe, great-tasting water - which is pumped from the Lower Floridan Aquifer - undergoes more than 20,000 chemical and bacteriological water quality tests each year, including tests for more than 135 regulated and unregulated substances like lead and copper.
What you'll do
- The intern will assist with the design, analysis, and testing of electrical protection, control, SCADA, and communication systems for transmission and distribution projects. They will gain hands-on experience on real-world infrastructure projects and support engineering deliverables using various tools.
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