College Intern (Advanced Degree) - Enterprise AI Hub

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.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Available your first day: Medical benefits (CCP, PPO, or EPO)
• Sick time accrual for full-time temporary employees is up to 40 hours in a calendar year
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee, after 1 year of service)
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

SRP is seeking a motivated Advanced Degree Intern to support the Enterprise AI Hub while gaining hands-on experience in artificial intelligence strategy, risk, governance, and transformation. This internship provides graduate students with the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to real-world AI initiatives that support SRP's responsible adoption of AI technologies.

The intern will work closely with technology teams, and governance stakeholders to evaluate AI opportunities, conduct research, support AI governance activities, and contribute to strategic initiatives. This role offers exposure to enterprise AI strategy, innovation, operations, and technology governance while developing professional and technical skills relevant to the student's field of study.

Graduate study of interest in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related disciplines. Strong analytical, research, written, and verbal communication skills preferred. Experience with AI tools and technologies is desirable.

The Advanced Degree Intern will work scheduled hours based on department needs, with a minimum requirement of 15 hours and up to 40 hours per week maximum.

What You'll Do

The main responsibilities of the position involve supporting the Enterprise AI Hub's strategy, governance, intake, and operational activities.

The project's high-level objectives are:

• Partner with business teams to analyze opportunities where AI can improve productivity, efficiency, and business outcomes.
• Support AI governance activities including policy mapping, standards reviews, risk assessments, and documentation.
• Assist with reviewing AI use cases submitted by business units for business value, feasibility, risk, and strategic alignment.
• Conduct research on emerging AI technologies, vendors, industry trends, and utility use cases.
• Support strategic planning activities, AI roadmaps, and portfolio management initiatives.
• Assist with AI intake, triage, and governance processes across the enterprise.
• Develop presentations, reports, dashboards, and executive briefing materials.
• Help maintain AI inventories, approved capability catalogs, and governance records.
• Become proficient in Microsoft 365, Copilot, Teams, SharePoint Online, Power BI, ServiceNow, and other enterprise AI platforms.

Education

A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is required.

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

Candidates must be actively enrolled in a Master's program (Science or Business Administration programs) at an accredited institution pursuing coursework in:

• Artificial Intelligence
• Computer Science
• Information Systems
• Business Analytics
• Related AI-focused disciplines

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas. OPT, or other employment-related visas.