Spring 2027 Student Internship - Distribution Design and Engineering

TECO Energy, Inc.; Tampa, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

TECO Energy invites a college student to join its TECO Energy Student Program as a cooperative education candidate in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on coordinating distribution projects, creating GIS-based designs, and supporting TEC with field and office tasks.

This part-time co-op offers practical, project-based experience within a wide energy network. The program emphasizes collaboration, professional development, and hands-on learning in a real-world utility setting, with on-site work in the

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited university in a related field.
• Co-op program enrollment proof or internship eligibility.
• Open to part-time, 20–30 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and design TEC distribution projects with customers and agencies.
• Manage work requests (WR) in the TEC Work Management System (WMS).
• Create construction prints and GIS data for TEC assets.
• Assist in scheduling, budgeting, and coordination across TEC departments.
• Support reliability improvements and customer communications.

Skills

Collaboration

Business communication

Operational excellence

Adaptability

Education

Enrolled in accredited university (undergrad or grad)

Job description

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At Tampa Electric, dependable electricity starts with dedicated individuals whose talent, skill and passion drive our success. We’ve been lighting the way for West Central Florida for more than 125 years—and we’re just getting started.

Join us and build a rewarding career with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and a culture that supports your growth. Your potential finds its purpose at Tampa Electric.

We proudly deliver 99.98% electric service reliability to nearly 860,000 customers across 2,000 square miles of Hillsborough County and parts of Polk, Pasco and Pinellas counties. Through innovation and strategic investments, we’re creating a cleaner, brighter energy future—whiledelivering exceptional service every step of the way.

We reflect the communities we serve and foster a workplace where every employee feels welcomed, valuedand engaged. Join our team of energy experts and help shape the future of power.

Storm Duty Requirements

Tampa Electric and its sister companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our Tampa Electric customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

Responding to stormswill beconsidered a condition of employment.

Power up a career with us. Our people are our greatest investments.

Be the light tohelp uskeep our customers connected. If you are interested in a career and not just a position,Tampa Electricis the place to be!Tampa Electric offers competitive pay, acomprehensivebenefitspackageand opportunities for growth and development in a friendly and professional work environment.We embrace diversity and the inclusion of all. We believe our differences, unique perspectives and talents are our strengths and integral to the success of our company.

We’re honored to serve approximately 780,000 customers across West Central Floridaand safely providethem with clean, affordable and reliable electricity. We’ve been doing it formore than 100 years, and there’s so much more ahead.

Join our team of energy experts as we build on that legacy through innovation, continued solar investments, cost-effective and sustainable energy solutionsallwhile keepingtop-notchcustomer service at the center of all we do.

Tampa Electricis a subsidiary of Emera Inc., a family of energy companies which alsoincludes TECO Peoples Gas and New Mexico Gas Company. Emera provides energy to residential and commercial customers in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, with career opportunities available inall ofthese locations.

Where Your Education Meets Opportunity

Are you a college student ready to gain real-world experience in your field of study? The TECO Energy Student Program is your opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your career from day one.

We partner with accredited four-year colleges and universities to recruit motivated students who are eager to learn and make an impact. As a student with us, you’ll take on challenging assignments that align with your academic background and our business needs—giving you a head start on your future.

Why Join Us?

• Hands-on experience in your area of study
• Meaningful, project-based work
• Professional development and mentorship
• A supportive, inclusive work environment

Start building your future with TECO Energy.

Position Summary/Details:

This position is responsible for the coordination and design of Tampa Electric Company’s (TEC) distribution system, including new construction and maintenance projects. This position will establish relationships with customers and local agencies to determine the requirements for providing service. The Engineer will generate and manage projects using TEC tools, and create the necessary permit and construction drawings. The Engineer will be responsible for the successful coordination of the project with TEC departments to completion.

Key Responsibilities and/or Learning Objectives

1. Meet with customers and/or their agents (Customers) to conduct needs and feasibility assessments

on multiple construction projects and load additions of varying scale. Manage the schedule and

required completion dates of different construction phases.

• Manage communication to all involved entities concerning any updates in the construction
• schedule or other changes with potential impact, documenting updates through letters and
• emails, as necessary.
• Coordinate and manage the construction activities between TEC Planning & Scheduling, Field
• Construction, Operations, the Customer, and any other ED Departments.
• Represent customers in weekly POW meetings with all involved TEC departments.

2. Create and manage work requests (WR) in the Work Management System (WMS). Divide jobs into

phases/crews, establishing an associated WR for each of the different TEC construction

phases/crews involved: including overhead line crews, underground line crews, service crews,

grounding contractors, project conduits, and crossing conduits. Enter and continually update

targeted schedule dates, work status, and other project details in WMS for all associated WRs.

• Perform analysis to determine the most economical and reliable solutions for customers and the
• TEC distribution system.
• Calculate and analyze customer load for proper sizing of TEC facilities
• Design and determine TEC facility locations
• Design to NESC and TEC specifications, providing pole loading analysis, cable pulling
• calculations, ruling span calculations, clearances, motor start calculations, voltage drop, and
• sag calculations.
• Adhere to Florida Administrative Code (Tariff)

3. Using TEC’s geographical information system (GIS), design the proposed and update existing

electrical features (company assets). Establish all specifications in GIS, such as the correct

electrical connectivity, proper supporting structures, and all compatible units (CU) for materials

and labor. Resolve any identified errors in GIS, ensure all GIS task types are linked to the WMS WRs,

and export GIS material data to WMS.

• Produce and/or oversee the production of construction prints for Field Construction, Operations,
• and/or contractors:
• Verify and approve that locations of TEC’s existing and proposed equipment and any third
• party infrastructure (water, sewer, storm, gas, telephone, and cable lines) are adequately
• identified on the construction prints, and equipment specifications are captured.
• Based on the scope of construction and company safety standards, determine necessity and
• scale of Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plan that Field Construction, Operations, and/or
• contractors would need for completing work in the right-of-way.
• Prepare GIS prints to submit to regulatory agencies for DOT, City, County, or other required
• governing agency permits.
• Generate construction prints that clearly communicate the plan of work to the field crews.

4. Produce construction cost estimates (including labor, materials, and vehicle) and obtain/calculate

projected four year revenue as needed. Determine and communicate the need for Contribution-inAid-of-Construction (CIAC) charges to customers based on TEC revenue shortage/excess costs.

• Access and inspect energized equipment and install current/voltage recording devices for
• recording ammeters, voltmeters. Install, program, and download voltage monitoring devices,
• analyze results, and utilize engineering skills and practices to resolve customer voltage complaints.

5. Using visual and physical procedures, investigate, examine, and test the integrity of TEC

distribution facilities to determine the need for replacement or upgrade.

• Interpret plans for large projects of relative complexity, such as road widening, intersection
• improvements, and relocations of infrastructures. Identify all impacted TEC facilities and reconcile
• the final design, protecting TEC’s assets and satisfying the local agency requirements. Provide
• engineering and project management for large master-planned developments and large commercial
• projects including malls, retail, and schools.

6. Support the service area Operations Engineer for reliability issues, customer complaints, fuse sizing

and coordination, load balancing, capacitor maintenance, and overall circuit improvement, as

necessary. Assist in the investigation and response to Public Service Commission inquiries.

Physical Location of Co-op:

Western Service Area Location 5402 West Sigh Ave Tampa, FL 33614

Working Conditions

Mostly in a normal office environment, a successful candidate will visit the field approximately weekly. This will include riding in a company vehicle on-road and off-road, walking on uneven surfaces, and entering substations.

Preferred Availability:

Part – Time (20-30 hours)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

The successful applicant should be enrolled in an accredited university as a college undergraduate or a graduate level post‑secondary educational program in a related discipline for the first semester the student joins the program.

Co‑Op Requirements:

To qualify as a co‑op student, enrollment in the university’s co‑op program (proof of enrollment required); if not eligible for co‑op program (or program unavailable), the student will be considered an intern.

Required Degree:

No preference/open

Year in School:

Junior or Senior

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgement

A pre‑employment drug screening, physical exam (as applicable), as well as a background check (including employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre‑employment screening.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre‑employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job‑related physical requirements regardless of disability.