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Nuclear power industry experience. * Internship or field experience supporting power generation ... Support engineering and design activities for power plant projects. * Assist with engineering ...

Support engineering and design activities for power plant projects. * Assist with engineering ... Academic coursework, Capstone projects, Internships or co-op programs * Professional work ...

Support engineering and design activities for power plant projects. * Assist with engineering ... Academic coursework, Capstone projects, Internships or co-op programs * Professional work ...

Nuclear power industry experience. * Internship or field experience supporting power generation ... Support engineering and design activities for power plant projects. * Assist with engineering ...

$16/hr

POSITION SPECIFICS Penn State's Office of the Physical Plant Design and Construction is excited to ... This internship offers exposure to building power, lighting, and emergency backup power systems.

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship cardinal power plant in the United States is $19.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Cardinal Power Plant vs Power Plant Technician?

AspectInternship Cardinal Power PlantPower Plant Technician
CredentialsTypically pursuing or recent graduate in engineering or related fieldVocational training or associate degree in electrical, mechanical, or power plant technology
Work EnvironmentInternship setting within power plant, supervised, learning-focusedOperational environment, hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting
Employer & Industry UsageInternship programs offered by power companies, industry trainingFull-time employment in power generation facilities

The Internship Cardinal Power Plant provides students or recent graduates with practical experience in a power plant environment, focusing on learning and observation. In contrast, a Power Plant Technician is a full-time role requiring technical training, responsible for maintaining and operating plant equipment. The internship is a stepping stone into the industry, while the technician role involves ongoing operational duties.

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Infographic showing various Internship Cardinal Power Plant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,032 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

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Posted 28 days ago


Zachry Group rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Under the guidance of senior engineering staff, the Engineer I will support a variety of engineering and design activities for power plant upgrades, modifications, and new generation projects.

The successful candidate will assist with engineering analyses, calculations, design development, and system modifications while applying established engineering principles, standards, and procedures. Working within multidisciplinary teams, this individual will help evaluate existing plant conditions and contribute to solutions that improve plant safety, reliability, efficiency, and overall performance.

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.

Experience

  • 0-2 years of engineering experience.

Knowledge may be gained through:

  • Academic coursework, Capstone projects, Internships or co-op programs
  • Professional work experience

Technical Knowledge

Basic knowledge of:

  • Electrical power distribution systems
  • Switchgear
  • Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
  • Circuit breakers
  • Load flow calculations
  • Voltage drop calculations
  • Short-circuit analysis

Preferred Qualifications

Education

  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.

Experience

  • Nuclear power industry experience.
  • Internship or field experience supporting power generation projects.
  • Experience with electrical system modeling and calculations using: 
    • ETAP
    • SKM Power Tools

Certifications

  • Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.
    Certain positions at Zachry Nuclear may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. If applicable to the position, the capability of a candidate to comply with such laws will be taken into consideration by Zachry Nuclear in its hiring processes.

    Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. maintains a drug free workplace. 

    Zachry Nuclear Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 

    Note: Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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Engineering & Design Support

  • Support engineering and design activities for power plant projects.
  • Assist with engineering studies, calculations, and technical evaluations.
  • Apply established engineering standards, methods, and procedures.
  • Support development of design modifications and technical solutions.
  • Prepare engineering documentation and project deliverables.
  • Participate in technical reviews and design discussions.

Electrical Power Systems

  • Support evaluation and design of electrical power distribution systems, including:  
    • Switchgear
    • Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
    • Circuit breakers
    • Related electrical equipment
  • Assist with: 
    • Load flow analysis
    • Voltage drop calculations
    • Short-circuit studies
  • Help identify opportunities to improve system performance and reliability.

Project & Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with senior engineers and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Support multiple projects and assignments simultaneously.
  • Participate in project meetings and technical discussions.
  • Assist with project planning and execution activities.

Field Support

  • Perform equipment walkdowns and field assessments.
  • Support installation, testing, troubleshooting, and startup activities.
  • Travel periodically to client sites and project locations.
  • Verify field conditions and support engineering evaluations.

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Zachry Group is America's pacesetter in turnkey construction, engineering, maintenance, turnaround and fabrication services in the power, energy, chemicals, manufacturing and industrial sectors. It works with customers to plan, build, and renew their most critical facilities, so they can achieve their immediate and long-term goals, all at the highest safety standards. Zachry Group operates 35 offices, and averages 20,000 employees working in more than 400 locations nationwide. Please visit www.zachrygroup.com for more information.

Industry

Construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Antonio, TX, US

Year founded

1924