College Intern

Requisition ID: 19466

Join us in building a better future for Arizona

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That's why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Access to a recreation and fitness facility
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs: College interns are eligible to receive $1000 per calendar year

This role provides administrative and project support through scheduling, documentation, data entry, and assisting with reports, presentations, and technical processes. It also involves coordinating communication with stakeholders, learning team tools and systems, and developing professionally while prioritizing tasks and adapting to guidance.

The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department's needs, with a minimum requirement of 15 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.

Administrative Support

• Schedule meetings, take notes, and manage documentation.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and organizing digital assets.

Project Assistance

• Contribute to ongoing projects by preparing reports or presentations and summaries.

Technical Support

• Assist in testing, troubleshooting, or documenting technical processes and proposed improvements.

Communication

• Coordinate with team members, internal and external stakeholders.
• Draft emails, memos, or summaries as needed.

Learning & Development

• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and shadow professionals.
• Ask questions and seek feedback to grow professionally.

Tool & System Usage

• Learn and use internal tools, software, and systems relevant to the team's work.
• Maintain and update Work Management System/Tools.

Previous Knowledge/Experience

• Ability to organize, prioritize and multitask.
• Not required but preferred, experience in AutoCAD, AUD and Utility Scale Distribution Electrical Systems
• Take direction and guidance.

Note: We don't expect candidates to have experience in every skill listed. We're looking for people who are eager to grow, passionate, adaptable, and ready to contribute in as many ways as possible.

To be eligible for SRP's year-round Intern Program, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 college credits in the Fall and Spring Semesters. Student interns are expected to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, but up to 40 hours are available if school schedule can accommodate. Must be able to work 2 days per week at our Corporate Headquarters in Tempe.

College level coursework from an accredited institution will be evaluated on an individual basis according to the skill/level to determine if applicable to the position by management.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visas.