College Intern - Telecommunications Field Area Networking

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About the position

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 Join our Telecommunication Systems Field Area Network Team. This team supports the cellular field area network utilized to communicate beyond the substation to smart devices within the power distribution network. This internship offers exposure to cutting-edge technologies in telecommunications, AI integration, and smart grid systems. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to projects that impact real-world power distribution networks.

Responsibilities

  • Maintaining data within the Field Area Network database
  • Enhancing and supporting GIS data loads
  • Creating reports
  • Assisting with the implementation of AI to optimize team productivity
  • Assisting with the provisioning of new base stations
  • Assisting engineers and technicians with their daily duties
  • Other duties as required

Requirements

  • Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week - Will make allowances for tests and other schoolwork.
  • At least two days per week in the office located near Mill and Curry in Tempe, AZ
  • Looking for a student willing to work year-round until graduation.
  • Working towards a degree in engineering or information technology.
  • Interest in wireless communications
  • 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.
  • 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.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, SharePoint and Outlook.
  • Experience utilizing Generative AI
  • Experience programming with languages such as Python

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
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