Diablo Canyon Power Plant OPS Intern

Requisition ID # 163554 

Job Category: Administrative / Clerical 

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Business Unit: Generation

Work Type: Onsite

Job Location: Avila Beach

Department Overview

Diablo Canyon Power Plant (DCPP) safely and reliably produces electricity that is environmentally responsible and cost effective for our customers and shareholders.  DCPP's mission is to be the leading nuclear power plant in the country and to: Inspire and positively influence the industry through our safe, reliable, and excellent operational performance. Embrace new ideas to continuously improve our plant and our work environment. Proactively learn from ourselves and others. Enrich our communities and the environment, increasing the public's trust and confidence in nuclear power. 

Position Summary

The DCPP Operations department support DCPP’s mission by ensuring the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the power plant.  In performing that function, protection of public and employee health and safety is our highest priority.

DCPP OPS Department is looking for talented summer interns to help support the development and implementation of innovative initiatives, including thoughtful application of Artificial Intelligence to improve performance and maintain excellence in the nuclear industry.

PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job.  The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, and internal equity.

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $22.77 to $36.42.

Responsibilities

Assignments during this period will generally be to assist in one or more of the work areas described below. Working areas below will require direction and supervision. This list is not all-inclusive and all items may not be applicable to a particular individual's job duties.

• Integrate the application of Artificial Intelligence in access and other applications to improve effectiveness and efficiency of the Operations department at DCPP.
• Application of computer skills to implement processes for website development, work management, and performance measurement tools.

The successful intern will have the opportunity to lead and/or support activities as described above working with experienced nuclear educators.  Additionally, the intern will gain insight and knowledge of the larger DCPP organization through the work they will be performing.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Qualified candidates are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field at an accredited University
• Students must be continuing their education towards their degree during and/or after the internship

Desired:

• EIT or FE certification
• 3.0 GPA or greater in both cumulative GPA and major GPA
• Computer Science experience in utilities, municipalities, construction, or consultation
• Experience with Microsoft Access and Power BI
• Ability to work in a team environment and support fellow team members
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills 
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Takes initiative and can work independently with minimal direction

PG&E is unable to provide VISA sponsorship to students on an F-1, J-1 or other student visa for this position.