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Michigan's energy sector spans utilities, clean energy, and automotive electrification, with employers like DTE Energy, Consumers Energy, and Eaton actively hiring international students. F-1 CPT roles concentrate in Detroit, Ann Arbor, and Lansing, spanning engineering, grid modernization, and sustainability functions. Michigan's push toward EV infrastructure and renewable energy creates steady demand for CPT-eligible candidates.
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04-13-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
Please Note: This position is posted in a range, and an offer will be made based on the candidate's qualifications.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
- Prepare/review design change packages for components and system modifications.
- Prepare/review design basis analyses for various Electrical or I&C systems including ETAP and Instrumentation analyses.
- Act as a stakeholder for design change packages that impact Electrical or I&C design.
- Develop the knowledge and understanding to maintain and defend the plant’s design and licensing basis to meet regulatory requirements.
- Will work a 4x10 schedule (four 10-hour days). Must be local and onsite for outages.
- Electrical Engineering experience preferred.
Essential Job Functions:
- Technical Expertise: Possesses intermediate level knowledge and performs varied assignments with proficiency in the application of theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems and complete extensive analysis. Demonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of moderate complexity. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step). Exhibits ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment. Demonstrate ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes.
- Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities of others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to complete routine activities. Performs routine engineering activity with minimum direction from higher-level employees. Follows policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Provides training and guidance to lower-level employees.
- Problem Solving & Initiative: Resolves and initiates solutions to routine problems which usually require additional definition/clarification before analysis can begin. Demonstrates ability to identify problems that are beyond the normal routine. Demonstrates ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.
- Communication: Develops, reviews, or presents technical reports such as improvement requisitions, studies, and analyses in as clear, concise and effective fashion.
- Interpersonal Skills: Is an active team member. Networks with peers inside and outside the AEP system. Identifies key stakeholders. Uses informal network to get things done. Resolves conflict, builds consensus.
- Decision Making: Makes decisions subject to review within established policies and procedures. Makes decisions that affect the work of the team. Aware of risks. Demonstrates the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions.
What We're Looking For:
Nuclear Engineer Associate/ Salary Grade 6: $74,551 - $93,188
- This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by the ABET; Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative is: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a Non-ABET accredited program.
Nuclear Engineer/ Salary Grade 7: $87,633 - $109,544
- Has typically acquired 2 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET, Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.
Nuclear Engineer, Senior/ Salary Grade 8: $98,993 - $128,689
- Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.
*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
- VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.
Nuclear Engineer, Principal/ Salary Grade 9: $116,255 - $151,132
- Has typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico* is required for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
- VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.
Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant.
What You'll Get:
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees...the best in the business! We're proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$74K- $151K / Year
AEPIM
LI-ONSITE
AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006
Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $151,132.50
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.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
04-13-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible to the assigned supervisor for performing entry level engineering work activities and projects requiring the application of engineering knowledge in a safe, effective, efficient and economic accomplishment of assigned objectives.
Please Note: This position is posted in a range, and an offer will be made based on the candidate's qualifications.
Job Description
What You'll Do:
- Prepare/review design change packages for components and system modifications.
- Prepare/review design basis analyses for various Electrical or I&C systems including ETAP and Instrumentation analyses.
- Act as a stakeholder for design change packages that impact Electrical or I&C design.
- Develop the knowledge and understanding to maintain and defend the plant’s design and licensing basis to meet regulatory requirements.
- Will work a 4x10 schedule (four 10-hour days). Must be local and onsite for outages.
- Electrical Engineering experience preferred.
Essential Job Functions:
- Technical Expertise: Possesses intermediate level knowledge and performs varied assignments with proficiency in the application of theory and analytical techniques to solve diverse problems and complete extensive analysis. Demonstrates competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle assignments of moderate complexity. (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step). Exhibits ability to understand interrelationship between systems and component equipment. Demonstrate ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes.
- Leadership & Guidance: Coordinates work activities of others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to complete routine activities. Performs routine engineering activity with minimum direction from higher-level employees. Follows policies, practices, standards and rules of the company and those regulations and procedures required by external agencies. Provides training and guidance to lower-level employees.
- Problem Solving & Initiative: Resolves and initiates solutions to routine problems which usually require additional definition/clarification before analysis can begin. Demonstrates ability to identify problems that are beyond the normal routine. Demonstrates ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.
- Communication: Develops, reviews, or presents technical reports such as improvement requisitions, studies, and analyses in as clear, concise and effective fashion.
- Interpersonal Skills: Is an active team member. Networks with peers inside and outside the AEP system. Identifies key stakeholders. Uses informal network to get things done. Resolves conflict, builds consensus.
- Decision Making: Makes decisions subject to review within established policies and procedures. Makes decisions that affect the work of the team. Aware of risks. Demonstrates the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions.
What We're Looking For:
Nuclear Engineer Associate/ Salary Grade 6: $74,551 - $93,188
- This is an entry level position for new graduates with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by the ABET; Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering examination in preparation for future licensing as a Professional Engineer (PE) is encouraged and preferred.
ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative is: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a Non-ABET accredited program.
Nuclear Engineer/ Salary Grade 7: $87,633 - $109,544
- Has typically acquired 2 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET, Individuals with a Master's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.
Nuclear Engineer, Senior/ Salary Grade 8: $98,993 - $128,689
- Has typically acquired 4 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET; or 2 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico is encouraged and preferred.
*ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
- VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.
Nuclear Engineer, Principal/ Salary Grade 9: $116,255 - $151,132
- Has typically acquired 8 or more years of related engineering experience along with a Bachelor's degree in engineering in a program accredited by ABET or 6 years of related engineering experience along with a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a program accredited by ABET. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in any U.S. state or Puerto Rico* is required for this position unless approval to waive this requirement is given by the organization's EVP.
ABET - Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.
Acceptable alternative: - Bachelor's degree in engineering (non-ABET) plus a Master's degree or PhD in engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
- Confirmation is required to ensure the PE obtained in Puerto Rico aligns with NCEES standards.
- VP or above may waive the requirement for a degree from a university with a non-ABET accredited program.
Must establish and maintain a permanent residence within a 45-minute safe drive time to the D.C. Cook Nuclear Power Plant.
What You'll Get:
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
The power of AEP comes from our valued team of unique employees...the best in the business! We're proud to be one of the largest electric energy companies in the U.S., powering over 5 million homes and businesses, spanning across 11 states. We’re passionate about making an innovative difference in the communities we serve. We’re powering the future – today!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$74K- $151K / Year
AEPIM
LI-ONSITE
AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-006
Compensation Range:
$74,551.00 - $151,132.50
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.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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Which energy companies in Michigan sponsor F-1 CPT visas?
DTE Energy and Consumers Energy are Michigan's two largest utilities and have established internship programs that have historically accommodated F-1 CPT students. Eaton Corporation, headquartered in Dublin but with significant Michigan operations, hires CPT interns for power management and electrification roles. Smaller firms working on solar, battery storage, and EV charging infrastructure also hire CPT students, particularly through university partnerships with the University of Michigan and Michigan State University.
Which Michigan cities have the most energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Detroit and its surrounding metro area lead Michigan for energy CPT opportunities, driven by utility headquarters and automotive electrification work. Ann Arbor is a strong secondary market, particularly for clean energy research and sustainability roles connected to the University of Michigan. Lansing hosts Consumers Energy's corporate operations and state energy regulatory bodies, producing a steady stream of policy, engineering, and grid modernization internships.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Michigan?
Roles that align directly with STEM degree programs tend to qualify most consistently for CPT authorization. In Michigan's energy sector, this includes electrical engineering internships in grid infrastructure, mechanical engineering roles in power generation, environmental engineering positions focused on emissions compliance, data analytics roles supporting energy forecasting, and sustainability analyst internships. The key requirement is that the position must be integral to your degree program and authorized by your Designated School Official before work begins.
How do I find energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings specifically by visa type and state, so you can browse energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Michigan without sorting through irrelevant postings. Beyond Migrate Mate, Michigan-based university career centers at the University of Michigan, Michigan State, and Michigan Tech often maintain employer lists of companies that have previously sponsored CPT students in energy-related fields, which can help you target your applications effectively.
Are there any Michigan-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in the energy industry?
Michigan's energy sector is undergoing significant transition as the state pursues its MI Healthy Climate Plan, which targets carbon neutrality by 2050. This policy direction is generating new internship demand in renewable energy, grid modernization, and EV infrastructure. However, energy roles at regulated utilities sometimes involve access to sensitive infrastructure systems, which can introduce additional background check requirements that may extend onboarding timelines. Confirm authorization paperwork and any security screening requirements with your employer and DSO well before your intended start date.
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