College Intern - Distribution Design

Salt River Project; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Salt River Project (SRP) invites passionate students to join our College Intern program in Tempe, AZ. The internship provides hands-on experience within a collaborative, mission-driven environment, working on real projects that support SRP’s commitment to reliable, sustainable water and power.

Interns work with seasoned professionals to develop technical and professional skills in a supportive setting. The role offers flexible hours (minimum 15 hours, up to 40 hours weekly) and exposure to SRP

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multitask.
• Experience with AutoCAD, AUD and Utility Scale Distribution Electrical Systems

Responsibilities

• Schedule meetings, take notes, and manage documentation.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and organizing digital assets.
• Contribute to ongoing projects by preparing reports or presentations and summaries.
• Assist in testing, troubleshooting, or documenting technical processes and proposed improvements.
• Coordinate with team members, internal and external stakeholders.
• Draft emails, memos, or summaries as needed.
• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and shadow professionals.
• Ask questions and seek feedback to grow professionally.
• Learn and use internal tools, software, and systems relevant to the team's work.
• Maintain and update Work Management System/Tools.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

AutoCAD

Electrical systems

Job description

College Intern - Distribution Design

Location:

Tempe, AZ, US

Date: Sep 14, 2026

Requisition ID: 20525

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 motivated College Intern to support our teams while gaining hands ‑ on experience in a collaborative, mission ‑ driven environment. This internship offers students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real ‑ world projects that support SRP’s commitment to delivering reliable, sustainable water and power services. Interns will work closely with experienced professionals, contribute to meaningful work, and develop technical and professional skills relevant to their field of study. The role is designed to foster learning, teamwork, and innovation while providing exposure to SRP’s operations and culture. This is an excellent opportunity for students who are eager to learn, grow, and make an impact while exploring a future career with SRP.

The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department’s needs, with a minimum requirement of 15 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.

• Schedule meetings, take notes, and manage documentation.


• Assist with data entry, filing, and organizing digital assets.


• Contribute to ongoing projects by preparing reports or presentations and summaries.


• Assist in testing, troubleshooting, or documenting technical processes and proposed improvements.


• Coordinate with team members, internal and external stakeholders.


• Draft emails, memos, or summaries as needed.


• Attend team meetings, training sessions, and shadow professionals.


• Ask questions and seek feedback to grow professionally.


• Learn and use internal tools, software, and systems relevant to the team's work.


• Maintain and update Work Management System/Tools.

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

• Ability to organize, prioritize and multitask.


• Experience withAutoCAD, AUD and Utility Scale Distribution Electrical Systems

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.