Summer Internship - Environmental

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Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest‑serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.

Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.

Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise:
Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.

As an Environmental Intern
, you will help support projects that balance reliable energy delivery with environmental responsibility. Working alongside environmental professionals, you'll gain hands‑on experience in permitting, compliance, and sustainability initiatives that help protect natural resources and support the communities APS serves.

Potential Projects and Experiences

• Partner with environmental professionals on projects involving environmental permitting, compliance assurance, and operational support for utility infrastructure, generation, transmission, and construction activities.
• Participate in field visits and construction site inspections to learn how environmental requirements are implemented in the field, including permit compliance, erosion and sediment control, stormwater management, and natural resource protection measures.
• Analyze environmental data, research federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, and assist in developing recommendations that support permitting strategies, compliance obligations, and business decisions.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across environmental, engineering, construction, operations, and project management functions to support project development, permitting, and environmental compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build relationships through networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities while gaining hands‑on experience with environmental programs, regulatory agencies and utility industry operations.
• Contribute to environmental initiatives involving areas such as air quality permitting, hazardous waste compliance, environmental due diligence, spill prevention, pollution control and environmental planning.

Who We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program with a record of continued academic achievement.
• Pursuing studies in Environmental Science, Biology, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Policy, Pre‑Law, or a related scientific or technical field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Collaborative, curious, and eager to learn from both field and office‑based experiences.
• Interest in environmental stewardship, sustainability, environmental compliance, construction, or related operational activities.
• Preferred: GPA of 3.0 or higher.

This paid, temporary full‑time internship spans 10 weeks during the summer. Interns receive mentorship, professional development, opportunities for site visits, networking and more.

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Must show ongoing achievement in areas of study and training.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3.0 GPA or…