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College Intern- IT and Engineering

SRP
Tempe, AZ Intern
POSTED ON 2/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025

Requisition ID : 18321

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

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.

What You'll Do

The selected candidate will :

  • Assist in compliance activities related to NERC CIP.
  • Conduct risk assessments and follow up on open issues.
  • Communicate regularly with teams and staff to ensure compliance objectives are met.
  • Work closely with team members and customers to collect information necessary to develop, review and maintain OT networks and their associated drawings, configurations and documentation.
  • Travel to active generation facilities to perform :
  • Participate in security configuration audit and validation activities

  • Visual inspections of plant control system network infrastructure equipment
  • Perform connectivity tests and assist in troubleshooting efforts
  • Collect, organize and maintain infrastructure hardware and software inventories collaboratively
  • Handle miscellaneous tasks as needed to support the compliance team.
  • Work independently and collaboratively in a highly active group.
  • What It Takes To Succeed

  • 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.
  • Experience

  • 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, PowerPoint

  • 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
  • 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.

    Hybrid Workplace

    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. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

    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.

    Salary : $1,000

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