2027 Summer Internship - Renewables Engineering - Generation

APS (Arizona Public Service); Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Public Service (APS) invites applications for a Renewables Engineering Intern. You will work with experienced engineers to support projects that enhance performance, reliability, and sustainability of renewable energy facilities.

The internship offers meaningful, hands-on experience in the power generation industry while supporting APS's clean energy initiatives. During the 10-week summer program, you will receive mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for site visits,

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with others on team-based projects.
• Interest in renewable energy, sustainability, and power generation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze engineering data and identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and operational outcomes.
• Contribute to projects focused on improving renewable generation systems and operational performance.
• Participate in site visits to gain firsthand exposure to renewable energy operations.
• Engage with cross-functional teams to support initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Renewable energy interest

Education

Engineering student

Job description

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 a Renewables Engineering Intern, you'll work alongside experienced engineers to support projects that help improve the performance, reliability, and sustainability of renewable energy generation facilities. This role provides meaningful, hands‑on experience in the power generation industry while contributing to APS's commitment to delivering reliable energy and supporting the communities it serves through clean energy solutions.

Potential Projects and Experiences

• Analyze engineering data and help identify opportunities to improve equipment performance and operational outcomes.
• Contribute to engineering projects focused on improving renewable generation systems and operational performance.
• Participate in site visits to gain firsthand exposure to renewable energy operations.
• Engage with cross‑functional teams to support initiatives.

Who We're Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in engineering.
• Demonstrated achievement and ongoing success in academic studies or training.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with others and contribute to team‑based projects.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Interest in renewable energy, sustainability, and power generation.
• Preferred: GPA of 3.0 or higher.

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

Minimum Requirements

• 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) Performs simple to intermediate analysis and designs. May assist in preparing business/engineering plans, designs, specifications, cost estimates, evaluations and studies.
• 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) Utilizes internal resources to learn business/engineering operations/functions and apply learning in completion of work assignments.
• 4) Coordinates efforts with other disciplines, and/or departments in achieving project goals and task assignments.
• 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.

CIP Requirement

This position requires Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) access consistent with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. The applicant considered for this role will be required to obtain and maintain CIP access for the duration of employment in this position. A full seven (7) year criminal history will be obtained through the pre‑employment background check process (or, for current employees, through supplemental background check process) to fulfill the CIP access requirements. In addition, this position requires an additional background check every seven years to maintain access.

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.