College Intern - IT & Engineering

Location:

Tempe, AZ, US

Requisition

Phoenix-based SRP is recruiting for an intern where experience will be gained working with team members in configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting complex control system networks. The position will also involve active participation in audit activities related to all SRP generation facilities, including NERC-CIP and Operations and Planning, as well as process and documentation improvements and organization. The intern will work on a very busy team with both highly skilled Network Engineers and Regulatory Compliance Engineers in active Operational Technology (OT) and power generation environments, focused on meeting and exceeding the expectations of internal customers at those facilities.

Collaboration and willingness to travel to various facilities within SRP territory is expected periodically and exceptional attention to detail is required.

The student intern will work daily scheduled hours based on the department’s needs, with a minimum requirement of 15 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.

• Must be self-motivated and goal oriented.
• Sense of prioritization and urgency on critical matters.
• Strong analytical skills to assess and interpret compliance requirements.
• Excellent writing skills for clear and concise documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Effective communication skills to interact with various teams and staff.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

• Previous experience or coursework in network engineering, compliance, or related fields is a plus.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks is advantageous but not required.
• Preferred Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
• Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Power Point
• Experience developing Visio diagrams and portfolios
• Experience developing document templates in Microsoft Word using established themes
• Experience with Information Technology (IT) cyber security
• Experience with Operational Technology (OT) specific cyber security a plus
• Knowledge of FERC, NERC and WECC regulatory compliance entities a plus
• Experience or knowledge of power generation or industrial facilities a plus

College level coursework (100+) related to the position from an accredited institution is preferred.

College level coursework (100 or higher) from an accredited institution is preferred. Management will evaluate college-level coursework individually to determine if it is applicable to the position and relevant to the required skills. Knowledge such as accounting, general administrative principles, communications, marketing, personnel, finance, training, business and other non-scientific fields.

• 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

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.

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.

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.

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.