Summer 2026 Mechanical Engineering Internship

Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.

The Facilities Assistant Project Manager Intern supports the Facilities and Capital Projects team in planning, coordinating, and executing facility-related projects. This role provides hands-on exposure to building operations, maintenance projects, renovations, vendor coordination, and compliance activities across occupied facilities.

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in: 
• Facilities Management
• Construction Management
• Engineering
• Business Management or related field

GPA Requirement of 3.00.

 

• Familiarity with facilities systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety)
• Experience using CMMS or work order systems
• Basic understanding of building codes or OSHA safety practices
• Prior internship or coursework related to facilities or construction
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical staff
• Detail-oriented with a strong willingness to learn
• Comfortable working in active facility environments

• Ability to walk building sites and mechanical spaces
• Ability to work in occupied facilities with minimal disruption

• →Assist Facilities Project Managers with planning and execution of facility and infrastructure projects
• →Support coordination of maintenance, repair, and minor renovation projects
• →Track work orders, project schedules, milestones, and close-out documentation
• →Assist with contractor and vendor coordination (scheduling, access, documentation)
• →Help maintain project documentation, including drawings, permits, inspection reports, and meeting minutes
• →Participate in site walks, inspections, and punch-list development
• →Assist with material tracking, purchase orders, and cost documentation
• →Support compliance with safety, building codes, and regulatory requirements
• →Update spreadsheets, CMMS systems, and project tracking tools
• →Communicate with internal stakeholders regarding project status and facility impacts

• Real-world exposure to facilities and building lifecycle management
• Understanding of preventive maintenance, capital planning, and building systems
• Experience working with contractors, engineers, and operations teams
• Introduction to safety standards, inspections, and regulatory compliance
• Development of project coordination and organizational skills