2027 Summer Internship - Information Technology

Arizona Public Service Company; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Public Service is offering a 10-week Summer Internship in Information Technology designed for students pursuing IT degrees. As an Information Technology Intern, you will work on real projects with guidance from experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience across development, analytics, security, and digital delivery to support APS operations.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, explore energy-industry applications, and build skills valuable for a technology

Qualifications

• Enrolled in accredited undergraduate or graduate IT program.
• GPA 3.0 or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to IT projects under guidance of mentors.
• Gain hands-on experience in development, data management, and digital delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support APS operations.

Skills

Learning agility

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Information Technology or related field

Job description

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2027 Summer Internship - Information Technology

Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

Summary

As an Information Technology Intern, you will contribute to projects that support the APS mission to deliver reliable energy to customers every day. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will gain hands-on experience in an IT discipline while supporting initiatives that improve operations, strengthen security, enhance digital solutions, and create better experiences for employees and customers. Your work will help APS maintain dependable service for the communities it serves while developing skills that can launch your technology career.

Potential Projects and Experiences

• Collaborate with IT professionals and cross-functional teams on real projects in areas such as:
  • Application Development
  • Business Intelligence & Data Management
  • Digital Solutions and Delivery
  • Digital Transformation
  • Infrastructure and Operations
  • IT Strategy, Planning, and Delivery
• Analyze information and contribute ideas that help improve technology solutions and business outcomes.
• Explore the energy industry through site tours and learning experiences that connect technology to business impact.

Who We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Information Technology or related field.
• Demonstrated academic achievement and ongoing success in coursework or training.
• Interest in technology and one or more IT disciplines, such as application development, data management, infrastructure, or digital solutions.
• Strong learning agility, communication, and a willingness to take on new challenges in a collaborative environment.
• A GPA of 3.0 or higher and involvement in campus IT clubs or related student organizations is preferred.

This paid, temporary full-time internship spans 10 weeks during the summer. Interns receive mentorship, professional development, opportunities for site visits, networking, and more.

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Must show ongoing achievement in areas of study and training.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.0 GPA or higher.

Major Accountabilities

1. 1) Performs simple to intermediate analysis and designs. May assist in preparing business/engineering plans, designs, specifications, cost estimates, evaluations and studies.
2. 2) Assists in research, business documentation, studies or technical reviews. Conducts analyses, investigations, verifications and summarizes results or findings in written reports or oral presentations.
3. 3) Utilizes internal resources to learn business/engineering operations/functions and apply learning in completion of work assignments.
4. 4) Coordinates efforts with other disciplines, and/or departments in achieving project goals and task assignments.
5. 5) Performs other related duties as required.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Arizona Public Service is a smoke free workplace.

Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).

In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.

• Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
• Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
• Role types are subject to change based on business need.

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