About the role#
American Electric Power is hiring a full-time, paid Talent Acquisition and Human Resources Intern for Summer 2027. Based in Columbus, Ohio, this 10 to 12-week internship offers students the opportunity to support the processes that attract, engage, and develop talent within a large energy company. You will work alongside HR and recruiting professionals, contributing to program logistics and intern-experience initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Assist in planning and executing intern orientation, learning sessions, and social events.
- Coordinate logistics for career fairs, info sessions, and on-campus engagement events.
- Draft newsletters, announcements, and email updates while maintaining intern resource guides.
- Manage calendars, book conference rooms, and track RSVPs for virtual and in-person events.
- Support buddy programs, mentorship activities, and engagement campaigns.
- Update intern databases, track participation, and assist with leadership reports.
- Create and distribute flyers, social posts, and promotional materials.
- Take meeting notes, monitor shared inboxes, and assist with team organization.
- Gather and summarize intern feedback to help improve the program.
- Contribute to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Completion of a sophomore year of a bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, or a related field by Summer 2027.
- A graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and event logistics.
- Comfort collaborating with HR teams and cross-functional partners.
- Familiarity with project-management tools like Trello or Asana is helpful.
- Familiarity with Canva is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Ohio (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 to 12 weeks).
- Pay: $22.00 to $26.00 per hour, depending on completed education hours.
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
About American Electric Power
American Electric Power is a utility company based in Columbus, Ohio. It operates a large electric transmission and distribution system across 11 states. The company maintains 40,000 miles of transmission lines and 225,000 miles of distribution lines. It serves 5.6 million customers and employs over 17,000 people.
How to get in at American Electric Power
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