College Intern - Engineering Field Applications

Salt River Project; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

recreation facility

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Salt River Project (SRP) is seeking a motivated College Intern to support Engineering Field Applications in a hybrid environment in Phoenix, AZ. You will gain hands‑on experience by assisting with scheduling, data entry, documentation, and reporting while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Role involves 15–40 hours per week, learning through real projects, and exposure to SRP’s operations. A high school diploma or GED is required, with opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Prior internship or office experience helpful.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling, data entry, document preparation, filing and day‑to‑day tasks.
• Gather information, compile data, prepare reports and identify trends or opportunities.
• Support projects by coordinating tasks, tracking progress and helping team members meet deadlines.
• Attend meetings, take notes and collaborate with employees across departments.
• Engage in learning opportunities and present findings to leadership as appropriate.

Skills

Data entry

Scheduling

Documentation

Note taking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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College Intern - Engineering Field Applications

Location: Phoenix, AZ, US

Date: Aug 19, 2026

Requisition ID: 20466

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.

Assist with scheduling, data entry, document preparation, filing, or other day‑to‑day administrative tasks.

Gather information, compile data, prepare reports, and help identify trends or opportunities to support departmental goals.

Support ongoing projects by coordinating tasks, tracking progress, and helping team members meet deadlines.

Attend meetings, take notes, contribute ideas, and work collaboratively with employees across various departments.

Engage in learning opportunities, complete assigned projects, and present findings or recommendations to leadership as appropriate.

Education

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

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

The Student Intern Program requires participants to work a minimum of 15 hours per week and up to a maximum of 40 hours per week. Scheduled hours may vary based on departmental needs and hiring manager’s discretion, provided hours worked remain within the 15–40 hour weekly range.

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.