Internships and Co-ops
Ameren offers internships and co-ops to college students to help bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world experience. These programs provide students with valuable hands-on opportunities to develop practical skills, explore career paths and contribute to meaningful projects. By investing in emerging talent, Ameren aims to develop future leaders and prepare them for long-term success in the energy sector.
Opportunities
Ameren’s collegiate program emphasizes co-op opportunities, offering students more challenging projects and experiences designed to help them prepare for future employment.
Collegiate Program Schedule:
- January – August | Spring Co-ops
- May – August | Summer Internships
- May – December | Fall Co-ops
Growth Potential
Ameren's collegiate program is designed to develop a talent pipeline by preparing intern and co-op participants for entry-level, full-time employment opportunities. Our program provides comprehensive hands-on experiences, structured professional development, opportunities for executive networking and dedicated mentoring.
All collegiate employees play an essential role in advancing Ameren's mission to Power the Quality of Life. Positions are available across multiple locations within our service areas in Illinois and Missouri.
Our Culture & Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including paid holidays
- Housing stipend available for eligible participants
- Networking, professional development opportunities
- Priority consideration for full-time roles
- Free parking
- College credit, subject to approval by your institution
- Ameren corporate discounts
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. All collegiate opportunities are paid at an hourly rate based upon the role and your year in school. In addition, housing stipends are available for qualifying collegiate co-workers.
Internships are offered during the summer months from May – August. Although, Ameren mostly runs their collegiate program on co-op opportunities. The co-op openings are either scheduled January – August or May – December.
Yes. All collegiate opportunities are paid at an hourly rate based upon the role and your year in school. In addition to your hourly rate of pay, if you are working 50+ miles away from your home and school address, you will be awarded a housing stipend.
We leverage Ameren's core competencies during our selection process (Be Strategic, Continuously Improve, Deliver Results, Engage Respectfully, Foster Collaboration, Think Customer). Some critical areas we focus on are: communication skills (written and verbal), coachable and learning mindset, safety priorities, critical thinking skills, and dependability.
Yes, a transcript will be required. When this is needed, you will be contacted by an Ameren co-worker to submit with specific instructions.
Yes. Ameren fully supports helping students receive college credit. However, it depends on the individual's college program. Please check with your career services office at your college or university.
Our core business hours are typically from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.. Most collegiate co-workers work a full-time schedule (40 hours a week). The specifics around this schedule depend on location/department and will be outlined by your supervisor.
Candidates must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA to be considered for an internship at Ameren.