Job Description

Title: Fall 2026 - Safety Department Student Internship
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Brandon
Shift: Mon – Fri, 20-40 hours, varies on location and/or role

Where Your Education Meets Opportunity

Are you a college student ready to gain real-world experience in your field of study? The TECO Energy Student Program is your opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional setting, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow your career from day one.

We partner with accredited four-year colleges and universities to recruit motivated students who are eager to learn and make an impact. As a student with us, you’ll take on challenging assignments that align with your academic background and our business needs—giving you a head start on your future.

Why Join Us?

• Hands-on experience in your area of study
• Meaningful, project-based work
• Professional development and mentorship
• A supportive, inclusive work environment

Start building your future with TECO Energy.

Details:

The Safety Department within TECO is responsible for leadership and safety support of TECO team members and contractors. The Safety Department works with business units to establish and set safety expectations; collaborates to move all TECO safety initiatives forward; provides guidance on Public Safety Programs; manages occupational safety, health, and accident prevention efforts; and advocates for a behaviorally based safety culture which in turn enables World Class Safety.

Accountabilities: As a successful candidate for our POSITION, you would:

• Gather and analyze safety and health data,
• Participate in various hazard reviews,
• Document current process while identifying process improvements,
• Track project status and support completion, and
• Join in various outreach/engagement activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful applicant should be enrolled in an accredited university as a college undergraduate or a graduate level post-secondary educational program in a related discipline.

Co-Op Requirements:

• To qualify as a co-op student, enrollment in the university’s co-op program (proof of enrollment required); if not eligible for co-op program (or program unavailable), the student will be considered an intern.

Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Engineering or Science.

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate a basic understanding of:

• Safety, health, environmental, or emergency management; and/or
• Engineering principles.

Year in School: Sophomore, Junior, Senior, Graduate

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Working knowledge of MS Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Teams)

Physical Location of Co-op: Main location is at our Brandon location (33510). Additional work may occur throughout the service territory.

Working Conditions: Mostly in a normal office environment, a successful candidate will visit the field approximately weekly. This will include riding in a company vehicle on-road and off-road, walking on uneven surfaces, and entering substations.

Emera Leadership Competencies:

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Develops People and Teams
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgement

A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.