Internship - Engineering

Internship - Engineering

Location Cohasset, MN

Application Close Date 11/30/2026

Business Unit ALLETE, Inc.

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Employment Type:

ALLETE - Non-Union

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt: Hourly, eligible for over time

Three openings

Internship - Engineering $23.50 | In Person reporting to Cohasset, MN

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, delivers safe, reliable energy to homes, communities, and major industries across northeastern Minnesota while advancing a long term commitment to sustainability. As a key contributor to ALLETE’s clean energy strategy, the organization is grounded in shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet, creating meaningful opportunities for professionals at every stage of their career.

What you'll do

• Learn alongside experienced engineering professionals while supporting capital and operational projects, troubleshooting efforts, problem-solving activities, and fleetwide initiatives.
• Gain hands-on exposure to a variety of generation technologies and environmental systems, including coal ash, waste and water management, boilers, turbine generators, hydroelectric equipment, wind turbines, solar power equipment, and environmental facilities.
• Develop practical project management and communication skills by working with engineers, contractors, and consultants and gaining exposure to construction activities and project execution.
• Build technical and professional skills by using spreadsheets, word processing, and other office tools to organize and analyze data, prepare reports, and communicate project information.
• Grow your understanding of engineering in the utility industry by applying concepts learning in the classroom to real-world projects and operational challenges.

What you'll bring

• Must currently be enrolled in a two-year technical degree program in Pre-Engineering or Engineering with an anticipated graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028. OR
• Must be currently enrolled in an ABET accredited Engineering Bachelor's degree program with an expected graduation date between December 2027 to June 2029.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, as occasional travel to sites within our service territory is required.
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• This position may be subject to assessments related to skills, aptitude, and job fit.

How to stand out

• Have experience with AutoCAD software.

Details & Duration of Internship

• This internship will be reporting in person to Cohasset, MN
• This role is expected to run approximately from May 2027 to August 2027 with the possibility of extending into the academic year
• The internship will be full time during summer and breaks and part time (16-20 hours per week) during the school year
• ALLETE will comply with college requirements
• Hours and duration may be subject to change based on company needs

Compensation & Benefits

The expected hourly compensation for this position is $23.50.

• Retirement Benefits
• Medical
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Community Engagement, and more.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the internship. Candidates should be prepared to provide documentation of employment authorization as required by law. International students who have appropriate U.S. employment authorization, including CPT or OPT where applicable, are welcome to apply.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.7 ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business need without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other status otherwise protected by law. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921. EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled