Spring 2027 Student Internship - IT PMO

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Job summary

Tampa Electric Company is seeking a motivated IT PMO Intern to support our IT Project Management Office in system administration, requirements documentation, and process improvement. This role provides hands-on experience in PMO operations within a dynamic tech environment.

This opportunity is ideal for a student or recent graduate eager to gain practical PMO experience while collaborating with project managers and system administrators to streamline workflows and enhance PMO effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited university as an undergrad or graduate in IT, business, or PM.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale required.
• Familiarity with PMO concepts and SDLC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• PMO System Administration: Smartsheet and PMO tool admin tasks.
• Requirements Documentation: capture and translate business/technical needs.
• Process Improvement: analyze and suggest PMO process enhancements.
• Dashboard and Reporting Support: develop project status and budget dashboards.
• Meeting Support: take notes and track action items.
• Quality Assurance: assist with documentation auditing and QA processes.

Skills

PMO methodologies

Documentation

Data management

Internship experience

Education

Information Technology

PM/Business-related field

Tools

Smartsheet

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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.

Title: Spring 2027 Student Internship - IT PMO
Company: Tampa Electric Company
Location: Midtown East Tower
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

The TECO Energy Internship & Cooperative Education Program offers college degree-seeking students the opportunity for professional growth while meeting the business needs of the company. The program is an extension of the educational process, providing practical experience to complement formal classroom work. The co-op program recruits students from colleges to give them an opportunity to work in a professional environment related to their field of study.

POSITION CONCEPT:

We are seeking a motivated IT PMO Intern to support our IT Project Management Office in system administration, requirements documentation, and process improvement. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate eager to gain hands‑on experience in PMO operations within a dynamic and fast‑paced technology environment. The IT PMO Intern will work closely with our project managers and system administrators to streamline project workflows and enhance PMO effectiveness.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• PMO System Administration: Assist with Smartsheet and other PMO tool administration, including user access management, setting up project templates, and ensuring data accuracy.
• Requirements Documentation: Collaborate with project teams to capture business and technical requirements, translating them into clear documentation for project use.
• Process Improvement: Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing existing PMO processes, suggesting enhancements, and helping implement approved changes.
• Dashboard and Reporting Support: Assist in developing dashboards and reports to provide clear visibility into project statuses, budget tracking, and other key PMO metrics.
• Meeting Support: Attend project meetings, prepare meeting notes, track action items, and follow up with team members on assigned tasks.
• Quality Assurance: Assist with the Project Documentation auditing processes and support the team in the implementation and tracking of quality control processes across the project lifecycle.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and any experience with documentation or data management is a plus.
• Previous internship or coursework in project management or IT-related fields. Familiarity with IT infrastructure, software development life cycle (SDLC), or cloud technologies is a plus.
• Certification or coursework related to project management (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or Agile) is a bonus.
• Interest in pursuing PMI-PMP or PMI ACP Certifications

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands‑On PMO Experience: Learn the essentials of PMO operations and project management methodologies.
• IT Experience: Exposure to a wide variety of IT projects and technologies
• Skill Development: Develop skills in requirements gathering, process documentation, and project tracking tools.
• Career Mentorship: Gain valuable mentorship from experienced project managers and PMO team members.

Physical Location of Co-op:

Midtown (Headquarters), 3600 Midtown Dr. Tampa, FL 33607

Working Conditions: Mostly in a normal office environment

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.

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.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.
• Degree: Current student or recent graduate in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or related field.

Year in School: Junior or Senior, or Graduate student.

Preferred Availability: Part‑time or full‑time - up to 40 hours

A pre‑employment drug screening, 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.