Where: Lexington, KY
Post date: March 12, 2026
Description of the role:
This position is for undergraduate students majoring in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Materials Engineering, or minoring in Mapping and GIS. Our program is offered during the summer but may also be considered throughout fall or spring semester depending on office needs and resources.
What you’ll be doing:
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Explore the energy industry and test your skills with real world problems and solutions
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Learn systems, processes, and best practices
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Receive a project assignment or job duties that are related to your major
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Learn business and office etiquette
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Understand safety procedures and gain field experience on site visits with our team
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Present your project or experience to leadership at the end of your internship
Minimum qualifications:
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Enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student
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Minimum of Sophomore standing is recommended
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High school graduate with Freshman standing may be considered if involved in a STEM or leadership program
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Have a cumulative 2.50 undergraduate GPA
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Be enrolled in a degree seeking program related to a degree field below:
- Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mapping and GIS (Minor)
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Preference to work 40 hours per week (plus overtime, if necessary)
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At a minimum, 30 hours per week during the summer
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Hours may vary during the spring or fall semester (10 – 20 hours per week)
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Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
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Valid driver’s license
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A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)
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