Archive

Meet the Intern: Charles Roth

Prairie State is excited to welcome Charles Roth as the Information Technology Intern for the summer! Charles is from St. Louis, Missouri, and is currently pursuing a degree in cybersecurity with an emphasis in information systems and technology. He will be entering his second semester of senior year this fall at the University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL). Charles shared that his passion … More

Meet the Intern: Carter Grass

Prairie State is excited to welcome Carter Grass as the Electrical Maintenance Intern for the summer! Carter is from Ste. Genevieve, Missouri, and is entering his second year this fall at Ranken Technical College, where he is studying electrical automation and control systems. His interest in the field began after speaking with professionals in the electrical industry and touring power plant… More

National Safety Month

Since 1996, June has been recognized as National Safety Month, a nationwide observance established by the National Safety Council (NSC). This year marks the campaign’s 30th anniversary. National Safety Month raises awareness about preventing injuries and fatalities in the workplace, on the road, and at home, while promoting a culture of safety in every aspect of daily life. NSM offers free r… More

2026 Summer Interns

Prairie State was pleased to welcome its 2026 intern class to campus on May 18! These interns will spend their summer working across our energy campus and learning more about their field. Keep an eye on our website for our upcoming Meet the Intern blog series, where we will share more information about each of these interns. We are excited to have them with us for the season! More

National Heat Awareness Day

National Heat Awareness Day is recognized each year on the last Friday in May. Established in 2013, this day of observance serves as an important reminder to workers, employers, and communities about the dangers of extreme heat and the steps that can be taken to prevent heat-related illnesses and deaths. The body naturally works to maintain a safe temperature through sweating, breathing, and… More