Spring 2026 - IT Database Management Systems - Internship/Co-Op

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Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment.

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Title: Spring 2026 - IT Database Management Systems - Internship/Co-Op Company: Tampa Electric Company State and City: Florida - LUTZ Shift: Mon – Fri, 20-40 hours, varies on location and/or role

Where Your Education Meets Opportunity

Are you a college student ready to gain real-world experience in your field of study? The TECO Energy Student Program is your opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your career from day one.

We partner with accredited four-year colleges and universities to recruit motivated students who are eager to learn and make an impact. As a student with us, you’ll take on challenging assignments that align with your academic background and our business needs—giving you a head start on your future.

Why Join Us?

- Hands-on experience in your area of study

- Meaningful, project-based work

- Professional development and mentorship

- A supportive, inclusive work environment

Position Summary/Details:

Collaborate and assist as part of a Team that Designs, implements, and maintains all components of Database Management Systems (DBMSs). Learns to plan organize and coordinate database–related projects and maintenance activities. Assists in analyzing and visualizing data, building reports and dashboards for internal departmental use.

Accountabilities:

- Assist the DBA team in performing database-related activities in support of development projects or off-the-shelf software implementations.

- Monitor database backup queues and alerts with oversight from more senior DBA staff. Perform database recovery and restoration as instructed.

- Collaborate as part of a team in project planning activities for database upgrades. Perform data analysis and create project documentation.

- Execute mitigation plans for vulnerabilities discovered and logged in Service Management tools with oversight from senior DBA staff.

- Enforce database standards and procedures for primary DBMS products in use at TECO Energy.

Physical Location of Co-op:

Bears Operations Center

1006 E. Bearss Avenue

Tampa, FL 33549

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.

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.

- A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.

Preferred discipline or degree type: Engineering, IT, Finance, Computer Science, Information Technology

Year in School:

- Junior or Senior

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Working knowledge of business software applications and hardware technologies. Stays current with IT industry trends and emerging technologies.

- Good verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

- Understands project plans and is able to clearly articulate their role, project goals, and timelines.

- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite.

- Comprehends technical design specifications and possesses knowledge of development tools and technologies in support of the Information Technology Architecture.

Working Conditions

- Mostly in a normal office environment

Preferred Availability:

- 20-30 hours per week ideally but can likely accommodate up to 40 hours if that is what you are seeking.

A background check (including employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.

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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.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.