SUMMER INTERNSHIP-COLLEGE

Santee Cooper; South Carolina; On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 41,328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance up to $1,500

Recreational access to facilities

Local discounts

Intern social events

Executive leadership exposure

Career development series

Community service day

Early consideration for opportunities

Job summary

Santee Cooper offers a paid Summer Internship Program in South Carolina, providing hands-on experience across Engineering, Technology Services, Biology & Environmental Sciences, Accounting & Finance, and Supply Chain. Interns work with professionals on meaningful projects and gain exposure to the energy and utility sector.

Housing/relocation support, recreational access, local discounts, and networking events enhance learning and career development.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled college student seeking hands-on experience in a relevant field.
• Motivated, curious and eager to learn; strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in your field.
• Contribute to projects with real business impact.
• Learn from experienced professionals and industry experts.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Curious learner

Initiative

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited college/university

Pursuing degree related to internship area

Job description

SANTEE COOPER SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Always Deliver. Take The Lead. Power What’s Next.

Ready to turn what you’re learning in the classroom into real-world experience?

Spend your summer at Santee Cooper working alongside experienced professionals, contributing to meaningful projects and gaining hands -on experience that supports South Carolina’s energy and water future.

Find Your Fit

Paid summer internships are available in a variety of fields, including:

• Engineering | Up to $30/hour
  Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Environmental and related disciplines
• Technology Services | Up to $30/hour
  Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Information Systems and related disciplines
• Biology & Environmental Sciences | Up to $25/hour
  Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources and related disciplines
• Accounting & Finance | Up to $25/hour
  Accounting, Finance, Economics and related business disciplines
• Supply Chain | Up to $25/hour
  Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Operations and related disciplines

Pay Varies Based On Internship Assignment, Qualifications, And Experience.

More Than an Internship

As a Santee Cooper intern, you have the opportunities to:

• Gain hands -on experience in your field
• Contribute to projects with real business impact
• Learn from experienced professionals and industry experts
• Build your professional network
• Develop technical, communication and leadership skills
• Explore future careers in the energy and utility industry

The Perks

• Housing and Relocation Assistance – Up to $1,500 for qualifying interns
• Receational Access – Enjoy access to Santee Cooper recreational areas in Pinopolis, South Carolina
• Local Discounts – Receive discounts at participating restaurants and businesses
• Intern Social Events – Connect with other interns through social activities
• Executive Leadership Experience – CEO/executive team Q&A for interns
• Intern Development Series – Resume development, interviewing, presenting, professional presence and early career skills
• Community Service Day – one paid intern volunteer event in the summer
• Early Consideration for Future Opportunities – High performing interns receive priority consideration for future internships or entry-level full-time openings

Are You a Good Fit?

We're looking for college students who are motivated, curious and ready to learn. Ideal candidates are:

• Currently enrolled and in an accredited college or university
• Pursuing a degree related to one of our internship areas
• Strong communicators and team players
• Ready to take initiative and contribute
• Interested in gaining meaningful professional experience

Make Your Summer Count

At Santee Cooper, you won’t spend your summer watching from the sidelines. You’ll gain experience, make connections and contribute to work that matters to communities across South Carolina.

Bring your ideas. Build your skills. Make connections. Power what’s next.