About the role#
The Safety Department at Tampa Electric supports team members and contractors by setting safety expectations and managing occupational health and accident prevention. As an intern or co-op, you will contribute to these safety initiatives while gaining professional experience in a utility environment. This role is paid and is scheduled for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Gather and analyze safety and health data.
- Participate in various hazard reviews.
- Document current processes and identify potential improvements.
- Track project status and support the completion of safety tasks.
- Join in various outreach and engagement activities.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited university as a sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student.
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Occupational Safety, or Public Health.
- Understanding of safety, health, environmental, or emergency management, or data science principles.
- Working knowledge of MS Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Proof of enrollment in a university co-op program if applying as a co-op student.
Location & details#
- Location: Tampa, Florida.
- Modality: Hybrid, with an expected weekly field visit involving travel in company vehicles, walking on uneven surfaces, and entering substations.
- Availability: 20 to 40 hours per week.
About Tampa Electric
Tampa Electric provides electricity to the Tampa Bay area. The company operates in West Central Florida, covering 2,000 square miles across Hillsborough County and parts of Polk, Pasco, and Pinellas counties. It was founded in 1899 and maintains its headquarters in Tampa. The organization employs 1,286 people.
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