College Intern - Regulatory Affairs

Summary

Salt River Project (SRP), the nation's third-largest public power and water utility is seeking a College Intern for a paid internship for its Regulatory Affairs department in Tempe, AZ. The Intern will support the Regulatory Affairs team in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to regulatory developments affecting the electric utility industry across state (Arizona Corporation Commission), regional (California Independent System Operatorand Southwestern Power Pool) and federal levels (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission). This role provides an excellent opportunity for a student to gain hands-on experience in regulatory affairs, policy analysis, and compliance within the energy sector.

What You'll Do

• Desire to learn about energy related issues and their corresponding policy challenges and solutions.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on regulatory and policy issues impacting the electric utilityindustry.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze regulatory developments at the federal, state, and regional levels.
• Support the development and implementation of regulatory strategies and compliance initiatives.
• Participate in meetings with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and other stakeholders.
• Provide administrative support to the Regulatory Affairs team as needed.

Education

A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

• Preferred majors include Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, English, or a related field.

• Must maintain eligibility by remaining enrolled, successfully completing at least six (100 level or above) credit hours per semester (or equivalent academic term), and providing enrollment and academic documentation as requested.

• Commit to working 15 to 40 hours per week based on business needs and manager discretion.

• Follow department-established work schedules and location requirements, including onsite, hybrid, or remote arrangements.

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.