Student Intern, Energy Programs

Position Description

Tucson Electric Power, one of Arizona’s leading utility companies, seeks an individual for the position of Student Intern, Energy Programs.  The Energy Programs department is responsible for the utility's demand-side management programs, which are intended to reduce electricity demand and help customers become more energy-efficient. Working in a real-world environment will give students a better understanding of sustainable development, energy efficiency, and demand response.

Position-Related Responsibilities

The successful candidate is responsible to provide day-to-day support for the Energy Programs portfolio.   This will include providing administrative support to the Coordinators, Program Managers, and assist Supervisors and Managers with ensuring goals and milestones are met.  Additional duties may include support of Energy Program initiatives in other program areas.  Specific task may include:

•          Collect and input data on various Energy program functions, including database management.
•          Assist with month-end close accounting functions.
•         Assist Program team by scheduling meetings, acting as a scribe as needed and provide coordination efforts for Energy programs.
•          Organize company documents and working files related to energy program management and compliance efforts.
•          Provide input for existing program modifications and assist with new program design.
•          Travel to remote energy sites to assist in community events.
•          Perform other administrative and compliance related assignments as requested.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

·         Must be pursuing a Business or Sustainability degree or related discipline with a graduation date of May 2025 or later.

·         Good interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)

·         Ability to work independently with little supervision as well as in a team environment.

·         Experience with Microsoft Office products; including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

·         Strong organizational skills, including experience in managing large amounts of data and files.

·         Ability to learn quickly and to think outside the box.

Requirements

·         Must be able to work up to 20 hours per week during regular business hours; and up to 40 hours per week during summer and school breaks depending on the business needs.

·         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 required GPA will result in Student Interns being deemed ineligible for participation in this program.

·         Student Interns are employed on a temporary basis and are generally not eligible for some benefits; including holiday pay.

·         Scheduling of work hours and assignments should be made taking into consideration that Student Interns are students first and employees second.

Salary : $16