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Introduction
American Electric Power (AEP) is one of the largest electric companies in the United States. It serves about 200,000 square miles across eleven states, providing electricity to over 5 million customers. AEP works in electricity transmission and power generation through its seven regional electric utilities that serve its millions of customers. AEP Energy, AEP Energy Partners, and AEP Onsite Partners are the company’s competitive businesses, providing retail solutions in energy and wholesale power. AEP employs interns year-round who rep...
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How To Apply
Students can find internship opportunities on Handshake, at career fairs, and at information sessions. Applications can also be submitted on www.aep.com/careers/students.
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About the Program
The American Electric Power Internship is designed as an abbreviated version of a full-time position at the company, gearing interns for later entry into the company. Interns enrolled in the computer science track receive practical experience in web development, script writing, programming, database development, and more. Engineering interns work with analyzed workflow, interpreted air permits, and benchmarked data.
About the Company
American Electric Power (AEP) is the largest electricity generator and one of the largest utilities in the United States. Eleven states are linked to its distribution grid, which generates more than 39,000 megawatts. The company employs almost 20,000 people and has over five million customers. AEP’s transmission system serves roughly 10 percent of the electricity demand in the Eastern Interconnection.
Intern Reviews
- “I was required to work 40 hours per week, 8 hours a day with some flexibility when needed. The quality of life was very good as safety and health of employees are always put at high priorities.”
- “Flexible with if I need time off and can work extra hours another day to make up lost time, coworkers are supportive of my learning.”
- “The company has a very friendly culture and environment. I feel like I am encouraged to learn as much as possible, and coworkers are very ...
Getting Hired Here
- “I interviewed with three people at once, one of them being my (future) boss. The interview was fairly straightforward with no technical questions being asked. It went very smoothly, and the interviewers were easy to talk to.”
- “I had a virtual interview, and it was pretty standard. Everyone was respectful and asked the questions you would expect in an interview.”
- “The interview process was very simple, as someone who has not experienced one before. Communication was...