Mechanical Maintenance Intern (SIWES)

About the Role

Egbin Power Plc, Africa's largest thermal power generating station located in Lagos, is offering an exciting opportunity for ambitious undergraduate engineering students. As a Mechanical Maintenance Intern through our SIWES program, you will gain hands-in-hand experience working alongside industry experts in a dynamic power generation environment, building foundational technical skills for your future engineering career.

• Assist the mechanical maintenance team in routine servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of power plant machinery and auxiliary equipment.
• Participate in preventive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure optimal plant efficiency and safety compliance.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals, and schematics under the guidance of senior technicians.
• Support engineering documentation, data collection, and report generation for ongoing maintenance projects.
• Adhere strictly to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards and protocols during all operational tasks.

• Must be a current undergraduate student in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline requiring a SIWES placement.
• Must possess a minimum of Second Class Upper (2:1) academic standing or its equivalent.
• Must be available for the full internship duration from January to June 2027.
• Demonstrated strong passion for the power sector and mechanical systems.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.

• Gain hands-on industry experience at Africa's premier power generating station.
• Receive mentorship from seasoned engineering professionals and industry leaders.
• Develop critical technical competencies and build a robust professional network.
• Stipend and operational support provided during the internship period.

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