College Intern - Community Engagement Strategy

Salt River Project (SRP); Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

Recreation and fitness facility access

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Salt River Project (SRP) invites college interns to join our Community Engagement Strategy team in Arizona. This onsite internship offers practical work experience, aligning academic learnings with SRP’s operations, culture, and the utility industry.

You will contribute to department projects and business objectives under experienced professionals’ guidance. The role supports event planning, research, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration while providing exposure to SRP’s sponsorships

Qualifications

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment and build positive relationships.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to organize work, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support planning of community engagement and sponsorship opportunities for local events and partnerships.
• Manage multiple projects with competing priorities following instructions.
• Interact with SRP departments, customers, and partners.
• Educate customers at community events about SRP programs and initiatives.
• Assist with event setup/teardown and packaging of materials.
• Perform office duties including inventory tracking and deliveries.
• Local travel as required.
• Apply academic knowledge to support departmental projects and develop skills.
• Assist with conducting research, analyzing data, and preparing reports.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Office software

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID : 20625

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

Summary

SRP is seeking a Community Engagement Strategy Intern. The College Intern position provides students with an opportunity to gain practical work experience while supporting departmental projects and business objectives. Working under the guidance of experienced professionals, interns apply academic knowledge in a professional environment, develop technical and professional skills, and gain exposure to SRP's operations, culture, and the utility industry.

The immediate business need is for a schedule of 20-25 hours per week , with opportunities for additional weekend hours based on department needs. During peak event seasons, candidates may work up to 29.5 hours per week , depending on scheduling availability. Applicants should be currently enrolled in a college or university program pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Event Management, Business , or a related field. Both undergraduate and graduate students are encouraged to apply. This position is fully onsite .

What You'll Do

• Support various strategists throughout the planning process of community engagement and sponsorship opportunities for local community events as well as corporate partnerships, including but not limited to gathering event information, researching best practices and assisting with key departmental artifact and document audits
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities, and following written or oral instructions
• Interact with a variety of departments within SRP, as well as with customers and corporate/community partners
• Maintain a working knowledge of SRP programs and initiatives, customer segments and educate customers at community events
• Assist with event set-up and tear-down, including packing event materials, loading/unloading signage and display materials, and other tasks as needed
• Perform office duties, including inventory tracking, organizing event materials, deliveries, and other activities as assigned
• Local travel required
• Gain practical work experience by applying academic knowledge to support departmental projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to business objectives, and develop technical and professional skills while gaining exposure to SRP's operations, culture, and the utility industry.
• Assist with conducting research, analyzing data, and preparing reports, presentations, and other project deliverables.
• Assist with project coordination, track progress, and support teams in meeting established milestones and deadlines.
• Participate in mentorship, networking, training, and professional development opportunities through SRP's Early Talent Program.

Education

A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.

Experience

• Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to collaborate in a team environment and build positive working relationships.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to organize work, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Foundational knowledge or coursework relevant to the assigned department is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office or other tools relevant to the assignment is preferred.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

• Must maintain eligibility by remaining enrolled, successfully completing at least six (100 level or above) credit hours per semester (or equivalent academic term), and providing enrollment and academic documentation as requested.
• Commit to working 15 to 40 hours per week based on business needs and manager discretion.
• Follow department-established work schedules and location requirements, including onsite, hybrid, or remote arrangements

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.