Environmental Engineer Co-op Fall 2026

Title: Environmental Engineer Co-op Fall 2026 
Company: Tampa Electric Company 
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: Mon – Fri, 20-40 hours, varies on location and/or role

 

 

Position Summary/Details:

The co-op will support Environmental Services initiatives by working alongside subject matter experts within the department including Air (emissions tracking, plant operations/power generation), Water (NPDES permitting, stormwater management systems), Land (Environmental Resource Permitting, storage tank compliance), Waste (hazardous and non-hazardous waste management, chemical management, contamination assessment and remediation), Sustainability (Manatee protection/outreach, Blue Carbon, GHG tracking/initiatives, etc.).

 

Key Responsibilities and/or Learning Objectives

• Support development of innovative strategies for NPDES permit compliance
• Support ongoing projects at multiple power stations for environmental compliance
• Provide technical assistance to senior level staff on environmental initiatives

 

Physical Location of Co-op: 

3600 Midtown Dr.

Tampa, Fl 33607

 

Working Conditions

1. Mostly in a normal office environment

 

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:

• Engineering – Civil, Environmental, Chemical
• Environmental Science
• Geology

 

Preferred/Related Discipline:

• Environmental

 

Year in School:

• No preference

 

Emera Leadership Competencies:

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

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage  *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

 

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!!  Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its 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 TECO Energy 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.

 

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.

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