College Intern - Land Rights Management Power

Requisition ID: 17371

 

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
• Paid sick time in accordance with the Arizona state minimum wage law and overtime pay for any hours actually worked over 40 in their FLSA defined week
• 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
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

 

Summary

SRP is seeking a college intern to provide support for its Land Rights Management division, whose mission is to be a leader in customer service and innovation, providing professional land and real estate services to support the delivery of reliable, low-cost water, and power.  The successful candidate will assist SRP staff in the duties associated with managing land and land rights associated with SRP's water and power assets.  Specific duties will focus on researching property ownership and existing encumbrances, responding to information requests from internal and external customers, preparing land rights documentation, and providing administrative support to department staff.  This internship is a great opportunity for students who wish to develop a career in any discipline of real estate and want to learn and refine their professional skills at the nation's 3rd largest utility.

What It Takes To Succeed

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
•    Experience and/or interest in developing skills related to title research, easements, and the acquisition, management, and disposal of land and land rights.
•    Strong oral and written communication skills, including understanding of good documentation practices.
•    Ability to work within a defined set of processes and procedures.
•    Well organized with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail and accuracy.
•    Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Experience

To be eligible for SRP's year-round Intern Program, students must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 college credits in the Fall and Spring Semesters.  Student interns are expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, but up to 40 hours are available if school schedule can accommodate.  Work week is Monday - Friday during support hours of 7am-5pm. Must be able to work 2 days per week at our Corporate Headquarters in Tempe.

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.

 

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

 

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose