Evergy

Design Services Intern

May - August 2022 • Salina, KS

What I liked

A complex internship with different challenges and tasks to consistently take on while working with the company. Coworkers and mentors were nice and welcoming to teach me about the area I was working in and the job that was at hand. Picked up on plenty of hands-on experience and networked throughout the company.

What I wish was different

Software that was required for the job was not given to me during the beginning of the job so I was left to take up menial tasks or work off a coworkers computer until I had access.

Advice

Great workplace to learn about the power industry and get plenty of hands-on experience.

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Engineering Intern

May - August 2022 • Burlington, KS

What I liked

It was my first engineering experience. They provided an excellent working atmosphere and introduced me to the professional world. My team would answer any questions that I had. I got to work on projects that pertained to the business. I felt valued and appreciated.

What I wish was different

I can't say that I would change anything. It was great.

Advice

Don't feel bad or embarrassed for asking questions, whether they're about your task or professional advice. Internships are a learning experience so you should be trying to learn as much as you can.

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EBS Intern

June - August 2021 • Wichita, KS

What I liked

My team, and the kind of work I was doing and that I got hands on experience

What I wish was different

I wish it was in person Target than virtual

Advice

Work hard, it's worth it.

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Risk Management Intern

June - August 2021 • Topeka, KS

What I liked

There was a large pool of interns from all different educational backgrounds. I also enjoy the Officer Ask Me Anything sessions with the higher management.

What I wish was different

I didn't get a proper on-boarding training for my specific job and didn't have any real structure for expectations and job goals.

Advice

Speak up

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UAS Intern

June - August 2020 • Topeka, KS

What I liked

Evergy had an amazing Intern program! I got exactly what i was looking for in my Internship and I learned even more than I was expecting.

What I wish was different

It was hard being in Kansas not knowing anyone during COVID

Advice

Learn all you can. If you are given a chance to explore or learn more than just the area of your one job, take it. Experience it all.

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Products and Services

June - December 2020 • Kansas City, MO

What I liked

I loved the people I worked with. Everyone was friendly and so willing to help. I also felt I was really invested into as an intern.

What I wish was different

I wish it would have been in person.

Advice

I would advise anyone to intern at Evergy.

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Community Affairs Intern

June 2018 • Wichita, KS

What I liked

My team is wonderful and allow me to take on opportunities! They are very supportive.

What I wish was different

I wish we were in office. This causes our aspect of working with the public to become challenging.

Advice

Be hungry to learn!

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Mechanical Engineering Intern

May 2018 • Wichita, KS

What I liked

I got to work on real problems and through some of the pole studies I saw direct application of my course work

What I wish was different

With Evergy being spread over a large service territory it made it more difficult to interact with some people that you work with on a daily basis.

Advice

What you don’t know they are more than willing to teach you so ask questions and strike up conversations because in the utility industry people stick around their whole career and that knowledge and experience is priceless so listen and take notes.

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IT intern

June - August 2019 • Kansas City, MO

What I liked

The internship was challenging, and very rewarding. My team of interns were exposed not only to a variety of technology, but also shown how a real world technology department operates.

What I wish was different

Gym across 1KC called "Lifetime Fitness" was charging a 100$/month summer membership where their regular rates are 45$. It would have been so convenient to work out from where I was going to work.

Advice

See every challenge as an opportunity to learn. Don't be afraid to fail, as that's one way to learn.

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Metallurgical Engineering Intern

January - May 2019 • Kansas City, MO

What I liked

It was a great experience! - Got to see most of the power plants - Got to work with a lot of different types of engineers - Got to see operations of power plants - Got to do MUCH more than just was offered at the beginning - Basically learned a LOT and developed a passion for Power Plants!

What I wish was different

- I wish I had more time and more hours! But wouldn't change anything!

Advice

Be flexible and willing to learn! There is so much to do and it can be overwhelming, but they have a fantastic staff ready to help you and teach you SO many things!

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Design intern

May 2019 • Wichita, KS

What I liked

I enjoyed the environment i was in. The group i work with is amazing and very knowledgeable. Many of us have multiple backgrounds.

What I wish was different

Nothing

Advice

Learn fast and ask lots of questions.

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Project Controls Intern

May - August 2019 • Topeka, KS

What I liked

At Evergy I was able to experience a very professional workplace, while enjoying multiple events with other interns around the company. I was taught how and what a project control analyst does within a company and it gave me real world experience applicable to what I head learned in the classroom. Throughout the summer, all of the interns within the company were able to go to different sights such Jeffrey energy center and learn what was happening in the field, this was great to see because it got me out of the office and into the field to truly understand what I was working on. One of the greatest parts about my internship was that I wasn’t doing things that my supervisor would not do themselves. I was part of real projects and was even able to lead a project for the company on my own.

What I wish was different

I do not wish I did anything differently, my internship was beyond my expectations!

Advice

Apply for internships you think are out of reach. I did not think I had a chance in receiving the internship over the summer. I was confident and put time and effort into my resume and interview, I was selected out of a high number of applicants.

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Community Relations and Strategic Partnership Intern

June 2018 • Wichita, KS

What I liked

The ability to grow as an individual. I didn’t have too much experience coming into the job but I gained experience in sponsorships, accounts payable, volunteering and so much more.