Job DescriptionMidAmerican Energy Company one of the largest renewable energy producers in the U.S is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, safely meeting the energy needs of more than 1.6 million customers in Iowa, Illinois, Nebraska, and South Dakota. A subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy, we have more than 3,400 dedicated employees serving our customers every day across our service territory.
Interns will have the opportunity to participate in the annual three-day summer intern event in Des Moines, Iowa where they will have the opportunity to tour state-of-the-art facilities, network with leadership, and gain a broader understanding of MidAmerican Energy Company. Other panels, lunch and learns, and events will be happening throughout the summer to give our interns the best experience.
ResponsibilitiesPrimary Job Duties and Responsibilities - Create engineering drawings for proposed and existing gas facilities.
- Assist engineering technicians with design of gas distribution government rebuild, new construction and reliability projects.
- Assist engineering technicians with field work (inspection, staking, measuring and record verification).
- Assist with coordination of design and construction of gas facilities with consulting engineers and construction contractors.
- Assist engineering supervisor with data analysis, summary and reporting.
- Enter inspections and record data in databases.
- Update gas distribution maps and records as necessary.
- Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
Performance Expectations - Perform responsibilities as directed within determined time frames and with a high degree of accuracy.
- Establish and maintain effective work relationships within the department and the company.
- Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.
- Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.
- Attend work on a regular basis and support the company's employee policies and procedures, including workplace safety rules.
- Ensure all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understand and comply with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.
QualificationsSkills for Success - Effective project management skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
Qualifications - Must be a college student, sophomore or higher standing, currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in electrical, civil, mechanical or industrial engineering.
- Must be available to work May-August 2026.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and good driving record.
About UsMidAmerican Energy Company, a Midwest utility, provides regulated electric and natural gas service to more than 1.6 million customers in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. The company owns and operates a portfolio of power-generating assets, approximately 61% of which is wind generation.
About the TeamMidAmerican Energy Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.
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