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Operational Technology Applications College Intern

Location:

Scottsdale, AZ, US

Date: May 23, 2025

**Requisition ID** : 18833

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

+ 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

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support our Operational Technology (OT) Applications team. This internship offers hands-on experience in the utilities industry, focusing on the integration, maintenance, and support of OT systems that monitor and control critical infrastructure.

What You'll Do

+ Assist in the configuration, testing, and deployment of OT applications.

+ Support data collection, analysis, and reporting tasks related to system performance and reliability.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, engineering, and field operations to support OT initiatives.

+ Help document system configurations, workflows, and standard operating procedures.

+ Participate in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues under supervision.

+ Conduct research on emerging OT technologies best practices.

What It Takes To Succeed

• Embody growth mindset to accommodate future changes in OT Applications.

• Positive influence on team members

• Uses energy, innovation, and leadership to solve problems

• Shows strong level of initiative to accomplish goals efficiently and effectively

• Shares information with team members

• Acts in a positive and professional manner when acting as a departmental representative

• Must have excellent verbal & written communication and interpersonal skills

• Must be detail oriented and have excellent time management & organization skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills are helpful in the role

• Must have ability to adapt to change

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.

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.

**Nearest Major Market:** Phoenix