About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will work with the Utility Shared Services team, supporting departments including Emergency Preparedness, Compliance, DOT Compliance, Standards, Quality Assurance, Records, and GIS/CAD. This role offers a hybrid work environment and provides exposure to utility operations through an 11-week program featuring mentorship, educational seminars, and networking opportunities.
What you'll do#
- Support the Standards Department by reviewing current standards, recommending changes, and performing basic drafting of standard details.
- Assist the Compliance and DOT departments in preparing reports, analyzing data, and verifying document accuracy.
- Help the Emergency Preparedness team plan and review drills while checking documents for conformance with state and federal codes.
- Conduct field audits and inspections to ensure tasks follow organizational manuals and regulatory requirements.
- Map existing utilities, generate GIS products, and assist in the development and testing of GIS applications.
- Participate in functional meetings, interpret data, and present your findings to the team.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree with a graduation date of Fall 2026 or later.
- You hold a High School Diploma or GED.
- You have strong communication skills and are comfortable presenting information.
- You are proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- You have the ability to organize work in a multi-tasked environment and manage your time effectively.
- Preferred experience includes reading engineering documents, basic drafting (AutoCAD or SOLIDWORKS), technical writing, and performing introductory engineering calculations.
Location & details#
- Location: Atlantic City, New Jersey.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Compensation: $18 to $28 per hour.
- Note: This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About South Jersey Industries
South Jersey Industries is an energy infrastructure holding company based in Folsom, New Jersey. It operates through two primary subsidiaries, SJI Utilities and SJI Energy Enterprises. The company provides natural gas to over 700,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the state. Its non-utility operations focus on clean energy development, decarbonization, and energy management.
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