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Summary : Co-op/Intern students are treated as coatings chemists in training, with a focus on ... Required Skills: Current undergraduate student pursuing Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a ...

Summary : Co-op/Intern students are treated as coatings chemists in training, with a focus on ... Required Skills: Current undergraduate student pursuing Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a ...

Summary : Co-op/Intern students are treated as coatings chemists in training, with a focus on ... Required Skills: Current undergraduate student pursuing Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a ...

Summary : Co-op/Intern students are treated as coatings chemists in training, with a focus on ... Required Skills: Current undergraduate student pursuing Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a ...

Summary : Co-op/Intern students are treated as coatings chemists in training, with a focus on ... Required Skills: Current undergraduate student pursuing Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for chemical engineer intern in Racine, WI is $18.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $19.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Chemical Engineer Intern assists professional chemical engineers with research, design, testing, and development of chemical processes and products. Their tasks often include collecting and analyzing data, preparing reports, supporting laboratory experiments, and helping to optimize manufacturing procedures. Interns gain practical experience by working on real-world projects under the guidance of experienced engineers, contributing to process improvements and problem-solving. This role is valuable for building technical skills and understanding the day-to-day responsibilities of a chemical engineer.

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Intern - Power Generation Mechanical Engineering

WEC Energy Group

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$23.10/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Internship

Posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Power Generation Mechanical Engineering Intern in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This role will begin in May/June of 2027 and will be full-time through the summer with the potential for part-time work during the school year. The starting hourly rate for this position is $23.10 with paid company holidays. 

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation's largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don't just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you're talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

Energize your career in a progressive work environment through our engineering intern program, which gives you a chance to gain professional experience while enrolled in college, along with competitive pay. Your intern experience offers real-world experience through hands-on work in your field of study. Join a team of multi-disciplinary engineers supporting the operation, maintenance, performance and optimization of our Milwaukee Valley Power Plant. Receive mentoring and guidance from experienced engineers within Power Generation. Provide a vital support role to our generating fleet through a period of transition. Network with other engineering intern students throughout the fleet.

Job Responsibilities
  • Support and shadow the plant mechanical engineer
  • Equipment reliability
  • Capital project support
  • Gain familiarity and competence with company computer applications, drawing management systems, and work management tools
  • Search, retrieve, review and update drawings and related technical documentation
  • Help troubleshoot operation and maintenance issues under direct supervision
  • Participate in safety observations and environmental walkdowns
  • Support outage planning activities such as scope development, material management and vendor selection
  • Introduction to high energy piping inspections to detect and manage flow accelerated corrosion
  • Complete assigned training on corporate policies, plant systems, and safety
Minimum Qualifications
  • High School Diploma, GED, or HSED.
  • Current pursuit of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or other related Engineering majors with a graduation date after July 2027.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.8.
  • Valid driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Related school project experience is preferred
  • Internship experience is preferred

End Date: 11/15/2026 

Pay Range Minimum:  23.10

Pay Range Maximum:  27.55

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs.  At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

WEC Energy Group benefits

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews commencing after submission for qualified candidates. 


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WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
 

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