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We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking Electric Distribution Engineering Interns in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Appleton Wisconsin, or Green Bay, Wisconsin locations. This position will start in May 2026 and will be full-time through the summer. The hourly rate for this position is $22.00 with paid company holidays. 

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

This program gives students the opportunity to preview the work environment in their field of study and:

• Apply classroom learning
• Combine engineering science with communications and team building skills
• Receive hands-on experience

Job Responsibilities

One student will support cleanup efforts for the Synergi Electric planning tool. The work would involve using a computer application to extract models and find discrepancies. Those issues would be cleaned up in models and submitted to the GIS for permanent correction. 

• Support model improvement efforts for the Synergi Electric planning tool
• Develop and review documentation on mapping methodologies to support accurate mapping in the future
• Provide improvements and synergies to model creation process for We Energies and WPS.

 

One student will support various inspection and maintenance programs. Material prioritization (installment equipment, field assets). Learning would include using electric distribution system equipment and functionality. 

• Help pull and analyze equipment data to determine which priority to give equipment.
• Assist program engineers in creating new inspection/maintenance programs.
• Work with mapping to locate and disseminate where work should be done.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or HSED
• Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a graduation date of June 2026 or later
• Minimum GPA of 2.8

End Date: 11/14/2025 

Pay Range Minimum:  $22.00 

Pay Range Maximum:  $26.24 

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs.  At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor for Employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.

Location: 

Milwaukee, WI, US, 53203

Company:  We Energies (WE)

Req ID:  5703

Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee