SRP Scholar Program - Desert Basin Engineering Intern, Summer 2025

Requisition ID: 18519

 

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 - Desert Basin Generating Station is hiring for an SRP Scholar - Desert Basin Engineering Intern, majoring in Mechanical Engineering. This internship provides "on-the-job" experience to develop skills and provide exposure to Power Generation, specifically for a combined cycle gas generating station.

The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department’s needs, with a minimum requirement of 15 hours and up to 29.5 hours per week maximum.

Internship Focus Areas

• Technical Support: Provide technical assistance for troubleshooting and optimizing plant performance.
• Project Management: Support project planning, execution, and management for maintenance and improvement projects.
• Maintenance and Reliability: Assist in maintaining and improving the reliability of plant equipment.
• Power Plant Operations: Gain hands-on experience in the daily operations of a combined cycle gas generating station.

What You'll Do

• Assist the engineering team to ensure operational reliability.
• Support the design and implementation of plant modifications and upgrades.
• Conduct performance analysis and efficiency improvements for plant operations.
• Participate in the development of maintenance strategies and procedures.
• Assist in project management tasks, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Analyze equipment performance data and assist with root cause investigations for failures.
• Research manufacturer drawings, manuals, and technical documents to support maintenance activities.
• Assist with safety and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Conduct special studies and technical evaluations as assigned

What It Takes To Succeed

• Mechanical Engineering Major

• College-level coursework (200+) 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.

• We are seeking Students in their Junior or Senior year.

• Pay rate is $19.10 per hour for an undergraduate intern and $20.80 per hour for a graduate