Computer Lab Student Assistant Jobs in Jackson, MS

PS Job Title: Co-op Student
Work Place Flexibility: Onsite
Legal Entity: Entergy Mississippi, LLC
JOB SUMMARY:
Gain experience and exposure to practical engineering applications within the utility industry. Individual normally works under close supervision and will perform a variety of functions and work on various projects, working with engineers and engineering associates.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assist full Design personnel in the following activities:

• Interface with external Customers to provide electric service.
• Design electric distribution facilities and perform various engineering studies using computer based systems.
• Work as part of a cross-function Team to meet the needs of Customers.
• Assist in outage restoration efforts as needed.
• Work is approximately 50% in office and 50% out of office, year around.
• Work assignment complexity and responsibility grows with tenure of student employees.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Seeking Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil engineering majors to work full time during the designated semesters.
• Must be currently enrolled in school full-time, pursuing a bachelor's degree as indicated above, and enrolled in sophomore year or beyond.
• Cumulative GPA 2.8 or above is required (on a 4.0 scale).

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Computer skills-- familiar with various databases, as well as Windows environment and Microsoft toolkit (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must have good communication and Customer Service skills.

Work Conditions:
Office and Field work. Some situations might require ability to work in adverse climate conditions and physical nature of work may require walking long distances in uneven off-road environments. Some travel may be necessary.
Primary Location: Mississippi-Pearl Mississippi : Pearl
Job Function: Corporate
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Relocation Option:
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Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124456
PS Job Title: Co-op Student
Travel Percentage:25% to 50%
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.
EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
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Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
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The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.