Summer College Intern - Federal Affairs - Washington D.C.

Salt River Project • Washington, DC

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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. The Washington, D.C. office represents SRP at the federal level and advocates on a wide array of issues important to SRP and its customers and shareholders.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in at least junior or senior year of undergraduate studies. Open to graduate students as well.
• Cumulative GPA is 3.0 or above.
• Interest in learning about energy and water-related issues and their corresponding policy challenges and solutions.
• Highly motivated and results oriented with a desire to exceed expectations.
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Attention to detail and quick learner.
• Ability to work independently in an office setting.
• Familiarity with MS Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Photoshop training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Attend Congressional hearings and report out your key takeaways.
• Research Federal legislation and produce written summaries and reports.
• Monitor media stories.
• Produce written summaries and reports.
• Assist with event planning and support.
• Assist with administrative support and other office duties.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree