College Intern - Design Engineering

Requisition ID: 20053

 

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.

What You'll Do

• Perform voltage drop and voltage flicker calculations in support of electric distribution system designs
• Assist with fault current studies, cable pulling calculations, and other engineering design calculations related to overhead and underground distribution facilities
• Learn and apply SRP engineering standards, design criteria, and construction practices when performing design reviews
• Assist Distribution Design Engineers with enhanced service requests, including load increases, new services, and system upgrades
• Participate in field observations to support design validation and gain exposure to construction and commissioning activities
• Perform structural analysis of overhead (OH) distribution facilities, including poles, conductors, and attachments
• Assist engineers with ampacity studies for various underground cable configurations using tools such as USAMP Prime

Education

College level coursework (100+) from an accredited institution will be evaluated on an individual basis according to the skill/level to determine if applicable to the position by management.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Preferred Education

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited institution
• Completion of, or current enrollment in, college‑level coursework related to power systems, circuits, or energy systems

 

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively, work collaboratively in a team environment, and manage assigned tasks
• Ability to work in both office and field settings as required by the department
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electri