Student Intern, Procurement

3 weeks ago

Tucson, United States UNS Energy Corporation Full time

About Us

, headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, is a subsidiary of , the largest investor-owned electric and gas distribution utility in Canada. Our public utility subsidiaries, Tucson Electric Power Company, UNS Electric, Inc. and UNS Gas, Inc., power our economy by providing electric and gas service to nearly 700,000 customers in Arizona.

We embrace a spirit of giving, dedicated to improving quality of life in the communities we have served for generations, and in TEP’s case, since the 1890s. We’re building a cleaner, greener grid, with more wind and solar power than ever before, while maintaining safe, reliable, and affordable service.

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Our culture is rooted in that define how we work and who we are. Our team of innovative professionals bring their authentic selves to work each day to power our vision and make a difference.

We create opportunities for employees to thrive through:

Continual growth: In an industry changing faster than ever before, our commitment to professional growth and leadership development means we never stop challenging ourselves to explore new possibilities. Active Engagement: We support a collaborative environment, with peer-to-peer learning and employee-driven groups that foster an inclusive culture. Total compensation: UNS Energy Corporation also offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes a 401k plan with a generous company match, a company-sponsored pension plan, affordable individual and family health insurance plans, tuition assistance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance and much more.

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Job Description - Student Intern, Procurement & Contracts

Check us out. We believe you will like it here

·  Do you want to be part of a company culture founded on safety, teamwork, collaboration, and positive leadership?

·  Do you want the opportunity to grow yourself in your current job and beyond?

·  Do you want to live in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, with beautiful landscapes all around and a city immersed in culture and diversity?  

What you will do

Perform complex administrative functions in support of the Procurement & Contracts department Typing, filing, reports, analyzing and presenting to department management results, developing Power Point presentations, scheduling meetings, and working on special projects

What you bring

Must be pursuing a degree in Business Management/Administration or related field with a graduation date no earlier than May of 2025. Must be able to work a minimum of 15 – 20 hours per week during regular business hours; and 20 – 40 hours a week during the summer and school breaks. Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment

Full job description below

Position Description

Tucson Electric Power, one of Arizona’s leading utility companies, seeks an individual for the position of Summer Student Intern in the Procurement & Contracts Department. We are looking for an energetic addition to our team to assist in in providing administrative support to the Procurement & Contracts team. This position will supplement the Procurement & Contracts Department staff and offer work experience to the successful candidate. Student Interns are employed on a temporary basis and are generally not eligible for some benefits; including holiday and vacation pay. Scheduling of work hours and assignments should be made taking into consideration that Student Interns are students first and employees second.

Position-Related Responsibilities

·Performs complex administrative functions in support of the Procurement & Contracts department including but not limited to: typing, filing, reports, analyzing and presenting to department management results, developing Power Point presentations, scheduling meetings, and working on special projects.

·Must possess functional knowledge of all Microsoft Office products, including Excel spreadsheets, word processing, Power Point, and presentation software. Knowledge of Oracle eBusiness Suite is preferred. Ability to collect, compile and analyze data and present findings.

·Independent judgment and initiative are required to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload.

·Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups across functional lines. 

·Position requires demonstrated poise, tact, diplomacy and a willingness to function in a solution oriented capacity.

·This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·Must be pursuing a degree in Business Management/Administration or related field with a graduation date no earlier than May of 2025

·Must be able to work a minimum of 15 – 20 hours per week during regular business hours; and 20 – 40 hours a week during the summer and school breaks.

·Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.

·Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Requirements

·High school diploma or GED.

·Student Interns must maintain the required hours for full-time student status, good academic standing at their college or university, as defined by the college or university and the GPA required for graduation by their college or university.

·Failure to maintain full-time status, good academic standing and/or the requisite GPA will result in Student Interns being deemed ineligible for participation in this program.

All employees are expected and required to adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct and maintain:

Pay Rate:  $17.00 + Dependent on experience and qualifications.

All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

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