Salt River Project

College Intern

LocationCasa Grande, AZ
Job TypeInternship

About This Job


Requisition ID: 18698

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.


Benefits

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


Location

Casa Grande Arizona - Desert Basin Generating Station

Desert Basin Generating Station is a combined cycle gas generating station responsible for the reliable and efficient generation of electricity.


Summary

SRP - Desert Basin Generating Station is recruiting College Interns for students majoring in Mechanical or Electrical 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.


What You'll Do


What You May 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.


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.


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.


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 of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.


Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visas.

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