Energy Jobs in Ohio with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
Ohio's energy sector spans traditional oil and gas operations along the Utica and Marcellus shale plays, utility giants like FirstEnergy and AEP Ohio, and a growing renewables segment centered in Columbus, Cleveland, and Akron. F-1 CPT students in energy engineering, environmental science, and data analytics find structured internship and co-op programs that qualify for Curricular Practical Training authorization.
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04-15-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
In this role, you'll be working under the direct responsibility and authority of a System Control Center Reliability Coordinator Principal or Sr., assist with limited instruction in overseeing the safe, efficient, reliable operation and coordination of the AEP transmission system across various RTO regions. Assists with the coordination and arrangement of congestion relief on actual or contingent overloaded transmission facilities. Supports, through coordination with the applicable RTO, the arrangement and approval of switching operations and removal of equipment for maintenance of transmission lines and stations. Maintains acceptable AEP transmission system voltage levels. Responsible for developing proper notifications regarding outages and system disturbances to management, DOE, NERC, and FERC as required. This is an intermediate trainee position and does not take any independent real-time actions. All actions performed that could impact the real-time system must be performed under the direct supervision by a SCC Reliability Coordinator Principal or Sr.
What You'll Do:
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As an operator-in-training at the highest authority real-time desk in AEP, you must work under the direction and authority of a SCC Reliability Coordinator Principal, or Sr. and you won't be allowed to take any independent actions.
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All actions performed that could impact the real-time system must be performed under the direct supervision by a SCC Reliability Coordinator Principal, or Sr. Assist in the coordination within the applicable RTO the arrangement and approval of switching operations for the removal or restoration of equipment.
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You'll assist in initiating, coordinating, and arranging among RTO, AEP Generation Dispatch, and the AEP Transmission Dispatch Centers, for congestion relief on actual or contingent overloaded AEP transmission facilities, including arranging for off-cost generation dispatch to relieve local constraints.
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You'll maintain clear and detailed records of all pertinent activities involving the Transmission Systems. Initiate notifications to designated management personnel of major interruptions, abnormal conditions and other system emergency conditions.
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You'll monitor and test communications facilities and report malfunctions to proper personnel for corrective action.
Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers opportunity for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the SCC Reliability Coordinator Associate position with increased requirements such as educational, skill, experience and licenses/certification for SCC Reliability Coordinator.
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience: Two (2) year Technical degree in Electrical/Electronic engineering OR High School and two (2) years' experience operating a civil or military power system.
Requirement:
Must Pass the SOPD II Test
Licenses/Certifications:
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Other:
These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
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Must obtain NERC certification at the Transmission Operator (TOP) or Reliability Coordinator (RC) level.
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Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as established by the Company, all required training to advance to the next higher classification within the line of progression or vacate the current classification.
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Ability to follow and communicate instructions clearly and concisely.
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Must work a twelve-hour uninterrupted rotating shift schedule that consists of nights, weekends and holidays.
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Must have willingness to accept on call responsibilities and call outs.
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Must have the ability to work under pressure during periods of critical system conditions and to analyze conditions and make proper decisions quickly while dealing with diverse situations simultaneously.
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Must have the ability to effectively work in a team environment and professionally deal with co-workers, customers and management personnel.
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This position requires a thorough knowledge and use of safety procedures.
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!
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AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade: SP20-006
Compensation Range: $74,551.00 - $109,543.00
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
04-15-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
In this role, you'll be working under the direct responsibility and authority of a System Control Center Reliability Coordinator Principal or Sr., assist with limited instruction in overseeing the safe, efficient, reliable operation and coordination of the AEP transmission system across various RTO regions. Assists with the coordination and arrangement of congestion relief on actual or contingent overloaded transmission facilities. Supports, through coordination with the applicable RTO, the arrangement and approval of switching operations and removal of equipment for maintenance of transmission lines and stations. Maintains acceptable AEP transmission system voltage levels. Responsible for developing proper notifications regarding outages and system disturbances to management, DOE, NERC, and FERC as required. This is an intermediate trainee position and does not take any independent real-time actions. All actions performed that could impact the real-time system must be performed under the direct supervision by a SCC Reliability Coordinator Principal or Sr.
What You'll Do:
-
As an operator-in-training at the highest authority real-time desk in AEP, you must work under the direction and authority of a SCC Reliability Coordinator Principal, or Sr. and you won't be allowed to take any independent actions.
-
All actions performed that could impact the real-time system must be performed under the direct supervision by a SCC Reliability Coordinator Principal, or Sr. Assist in the coordination within the applicable RTO the arrangement and approval of switching operations for the removal or restoration of equipment.
-
You'll assist in initiating, coordinating, and arranging among RTO, AEP Generation Dispatch, and the AEP Transmission Dispatch Centers, for congestion relief on actual or contingent overloaded AEP transmission facilities, including arranging for off-cost generation dispatch to relieve local constraints.
-
You'll maintain clear and detailed records of all pertinent activities involving the Transmission Systems. Initiate notifications to designated management personnel of major interruptions, abnormal conditions and other system emergency conditions.
-
You'll monitor and test communications facilities and report malfunctions to proper personnel for corrective action.
Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers opportunity for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the SCC Reliability Coordinator Associate position with increased requirements such as educational, skill, experience and licenses/certification for SCC Reliability Coordinator.
What We're Looking For:
Education and Experience: Two (2) year Technical degree in Electrical/Electronic engineering OR High School and two (2) years' experience operating a civil or military power system.
Requirement:
Must Pass the SOPD II Test
Licenses/Certifications:
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
Other:
These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
-
Must obtain NERC certification at the Transmission Operator (TOP) or Reliability Coordinator (RC) level.
-
Must satisfactorily complete, in such time frames as established by the Company, all required training to advance to the next higher classification within the line of progression or vacate the current classification.
-
Ability to follow and communicate instructions clearly and concisely.
-
Must work a twelve-hour uninterrupted rotating shift schedule that consists of nights, weekends and holidays.
-
Must have willingness to accept on call responsibilities and call outs.
-
Must have the ability to work under pressure during periods of critical system conditions and to analyze conditions and make proper decisions quickly while dealing with diverse situations simultaneously.
-
Must have the ability to effectively work in a team environment and professionally deal with co-workers, customers and management personnel.
-
This position requires a thorough knowledge and use of safety procedures.
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!
LI-Onsite
AEPCareers
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade: SP20-006
Compensation Range: $74,551.00 - $109,543.00
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 Ohio sponsor F-1 CPT visas?
FirstEnergy, AEP Ohio, Columbia Gas of Ohio, and EDP Renewables have established internship and co-op programs that have historically accommodated F-1 CPT students. Smaller midstream and oilfield services firms operating in the Utica Shale region also recruit through university partnerships. CPT eligibility depends on your school's authorization and the role meeting your program's curricular requirements, not solely on the employer's willingness.
Which Ohio cities have the most energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Columbus is the largest hub, home to AEP Ohio's headquarters and a concentration of energy technology and utility operations roles. Cleveland supports significant activity through its proximity to Great Lakes wind development and FirstEnergy's operations. Akron and Canton see demand from midstream and pipeline companies, while Youngstown and Steubenville connect to Utica Shale activity in eastern Ohio.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship in Ohio?
Roles that align directly with a degree program's learning objectives are the standard for CPT eligibility. In Ohio's energy sector, that commonly includes petroleum engineering internships, electrical engineering co-ops at utilities, environmental compliance positions, energy data analyst roles, and renewable energy project support. The position must be integral or directly related to your academic program, as determined by your Designated School Official.
How do I find energy F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Ohio?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for energy F-1 CPT jobs in Ohio, surfacing roles from employers that have demonstrated willingness to work with international students on CPT authorization. Rather than sorting through general postings, you can focus on Ohio-based energy opportunities already matched to your visa type, then confirm CPT eligibility with your DSO before accepting any offer.
Are there any Ohio-specific considerations for F-1 CPT students pursuing energy jobs?
Ohio's energy industry includes both heavily regulated public utilities and smaller independent operators in the shale region. Larger utilities tend to have formal HR processes familiar with CPT documentation requirements, while smaller oilfield firms may have less experience with F-1 employment authorization. Starting your DSO authorization process early matters here, as some Ohio co-op programs run on semester cycles that require CPT approval weeks before the position begins.
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