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Columbus, Ohio, United States
Onsite
Job Posting End Date
11-13-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Still in school but ready to kick-start your career? Our internship is perfect for ambitious students looking to gain valuable hands-on experience that will build more than just your resume - it will expand your career possibilities after graduation. Our program gives students ranging from rising sophomores to master's levels unique experiences tailored to their year in school. Through these experiences, you will build a foundation on which to further your career, your abilities and your dreams.Job Description
What You'll Do:
The Information Technology (IT) Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise technology initiatives while working alongside experienced professionals across EP's IT organization. Interns collaborate with their manager and team members to contribute to meaningful projects, support business and technology objectives, analyze processes, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend innovative solutions. Through exposure to technology, business, and delivery functions, interns develop foundational skills and experience aligned with a variety of IT career paths while building technical, analytical, and professional capabilities
Areas of Opportunity Interns may gain experience in one or more of the following areas:
What We're Looking For:
Education requirements are listed below:
Required:
Preferred:
Where You’ll Work:
Our internship opportunities are onsite, located in Columbus, New Albany, or Gahanna, Ohio or nearby areas. A $1,500/month housing stipend may be provided for those moving more than 45 miles from their home address.
Columbus is a vibrant city with plenty of exciting experiences and attractions! Some highlights are listed below - including nearby areas like Dublin, Easton, Polaris, and Westerville:
Don’t miss this chance to jumpstart your career with American Electric Power! Apply today and be part of the energy revolution while enjoying all that Columbus and surrounding areas has to offer!
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
Co-Op/Intern-001Compensation Range:
$ - $The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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