Since launching its Francis Tuttle Technology Center internship program in 2023, OG&E has hosted 22 students in power plants, fleet services, human resources and cybersecurity. Six interns have since joined OG&E full time.

During Careers in Energy Week, Oct. 19-23, OG&E is highlighting the skilled employees who work in the field to deliver reliable electricity and serve communities across Oklahoma and western Arkansas.

From linemen and substation technicians to power plant operators and other skilled craft professionals, field employees build, maintain and restore the electric grid customers depend on every day. Careers in the energy industry offer hands-on work, specialized training, competitive pay and benefits, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on the communities OG&E serves. The work these employees do is what keeps bills as low as possible.

"Reliable electricity supports nearly every part of modern life, from homes and schools to hospitals and local businesses," said Donnie Jones, SVP Utility Operations. "Our employees perform essential work every day to keep those places powered and our communities moving forward."

OG&E works with high schools, career technology centers, community colleges, universities and community organizations to introduce students and job seekers to energy careers. These partnerships include Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City and Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology, whose programs have connected many students with internship opportunities at OG&E. Through classroom visits, career fairs, facility tours and hands-on learning experiences, employees share the skills, safety mindset and teamwork required in the field while helping participants see a path from local education and training to meaningful work in their own communities.

Since launching its Francis Tuttle Technology Center internship program in 2023, OG&E has hosted 22 students in power plants, fleet services, human resources and cybersecurity. Participants included 13 Mechatronics students, two Automotive Service Technology students and seven Cyber Security & Network Support students. Six interns have since joined OG&E full time-five in power plant roles and one in Fleet Services. Through high school and college internships, students can explore energy careers, gain real-world experience and begin building professional connections.

"Our partnership with OG&E gives students the opportunity to apply what they learn in the classroom in a professional setting and see where their skills can take them," said Dr. Michelle Keylon, Superintendent at Francis Tuttle Technology Center. "The students who have moved from internships into full-time careers demonstrate the value of connecting career-focused education with employers who need a skilled workforce."

Whether they are thinkers or tinkerers, outdoor enthusiasts or office specialists, engineers or environmental stewards, people with a wide range of skills and interests can find a place in the energy industry.

Careers in Energy Week is a national observance led by the Center for Energy Workforce Development to raise awareness of energy careers and build a highly skilled workforce. With approximately 2,220 employees, OG&E offers careers across a range of fields, from skilled trades and operations to engineering, technology and customer service. Together, these employees help deliver safe, reliable electricity and strengthen the communities OG&E serves.

To explore careers and internship opportunities at OG&E, visit OGE.com/Careers.