HR/Talent Acquisition - Campus Intern

American Electric Power • Columbus, OH

22h • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Summer Internship Program at American Electric Power Each summer, American Electric Power welcomes the brightest and most driven college students to join our 10-to-12-week paid internship program. Why Join Us? This is your chance to embark on an exciting journey where you can make a real impact from day one! You’ll learn directly from industry leaders, collaborate with a dynamic team, and engage in mentorship opportunities while working on individual projects that showcase your unique talents. We’re dedicated to your growth, offering comprehensive training and development programs tailored to enhance your skills and deepen your understanding of the electric utility industry. Prepare for a challenging yet rewarding experience - you’ll contribute to meaningful projects while accelerating both your personal and professional development. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to kickstart your career with us! Positions are located onsite in Columbus, OH and Tulsa, OK. You’re a driven student eager to gain hands‑on experience beyond the classroom while working alongside experienced human resources and talent acquisition professionals. You’re passionate about helping people, strengthening organizations, and bringing your curiosity and professionalism to a fast‑paced HR environment. It’s an exciting time in the energy industry as American Electric Power builds the workforce of the future to support once‑in‑a‑generation growth. Are you ready to join us on this journey and use your talents to help shape the next generation of AEP talent? AEP is seeking three full‑time, paid Talent Acquisition & Human Resources Intern for its office in Columbus, Ohio (2 interns) and Tulsa, Oklahoma (1 intern) for Summer 2026. As an intern, you’ll experience what it’s like to work for a Fortune 200 energy company while supporting the processes that attract, engage, and develop top emerging talent. You’ll be treated as a true HR professional, contributing to meaningful work such as coordinating intern program activities, supporting campus recruiting events, communicating with candidates and hiring managers, and helping deliver a world‑class internship experience. You’ll also gain broader insight into the energy industry through hands‑on exposure to HR operations, talent strategy discussions, and opportunities to see how AEP’s workforce powers the grid of the future.

Requirements

• Completion of a sophomore year of a bachelor’s degree in business, human resources or a related field by Summer 2026
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• Strong writing and organizational skills, attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Graduation date must be December 2026 or later.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship (OPT, CPT not eligible).
• Communication skills: Clear written and verbal communication; ability to interact professionally with interns, managers, and stakeholders.
• Organizational and time‑management abilities: Comfortable managing multiple tasks, deadlines, schedules, and event logistics.
• Collaboration and teamwork: Works closely with HR, recruiting teams, and cross‑functional partners.
• Problem‑solving and adaptability: Able to handle unexpected changes and think creatively to improve intern engagement.
• Technical proficiency: Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and familiarity with project‑management tools like Trello or Asana.
• Event planning and coordination: Ability to organize workshops, networking sessions, and intern events.
• Data analysis and reporting: Comfortable collecting feedback, summarizing insights, and supporting metrics tracking.
• Professionalism and reliability: Dependable, detail‑oriented, and able to represent AEP positively in campus and intern‑facing settings.
• Self‑starter mindset: Eager to learn, take initiative, and support a fast‑moving team.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Canva is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Program support: Assist in planning and executing intern orientation, learning sessions, social events, and career‑development activities.
• Campus recruiting support: Help coordinate logistics for career fairs, info sessions, and on‑campus engagement events.
• Communication: Draft newsletters, announcements, reminders, and email updates; maintain intern resource guides and FAQs.
• Logistics and scheduling: book conference rooms, manage calendars, track RSVPs, and ensure smooth execution of virtual and in‑person events.
• Intern engagement: Support initiatives like buddy programs, mentorship activities, and engagement campaigns; gather and summarize intern feedback.
• Data tracking and reporting: Update intern databases, track attendance and participation, and assist with engagement metrics and leadership reports.
• Marketing and outreach: Support creation and distribution of flyers, social posts, and campus‑focused promotional materials.
• Administrative support: Take meeting notes, maintain documentation, monitor shared inboxes, and assist with general team organization.
• Special projects: Contribute to diversity and inclusion initiatives and help develop creative ideas for intern‑experience improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees