Description Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative is one of the largest electric cooperatives in the US with over 270,000 members and over 10,000 miles of distribution and sub-transmission line. WREC's service area is located along Florida's Nature Coast in Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus counties and is conveniently situated between Tampa, Orlando, and the gulf beaches. Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative (WREC) is an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace pursuant to Florida Statutes Chapters 316 and 440. WREC proudly offers highly competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package that includes:
- Retirement plans (Pension & 401k plan with company match)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- Vacation & Sick Leave
- Long Term & Short-Term Disability
This position is designed to provide exposure to various departments and projects allowing the ability to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting. It will also provide the chance to gain valuable hands-on experience at a dynamic and innovative distribution utility by collaborating with experienced professionals, contributing to meaningful projects, and developing a diverse skill set in electric distribution engineering. Requirements
- Currently enrolled in Junior year or higher in an ABET accredited college or university and enrolled in the Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering program.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Knowledge of electrical engineering/power systems' general properties and fundamentals is preferred.
- Strong written communication skills.