Summer - Project Management Student

Title: Summer 2026 - Project Management Student

Company: Tampa Electric Company

State and City: Florida - North Ruskin

Shift: Unknown

The TECO Energy Cooperative Education Program offers college degree‑seeking students the opportunity for professional growth while meeting the business needs of the company. The program is an extension of the educational process, providing practical experience to complement formal classroom work. The co‑op program recruits students from colleges to give them an opportunity to work in a professional environment related to their field of study.

Work assignments are consistent with the work needs of the department and the company and provide meaningful and challenging work to the student. These project management co‑op positions will report to Energy Supply project managers and support a variety of technical projects ranging in complexity, scope and time spans. Work will consist of a split between commercial (office building renovations and new construction) and industrial projects (power generation maintenance and improvements).

Students will work 50% of the time in the power stations and service areas and will need to be hands‑on, willing and able to work at heights on raised walkways, etc., and to work in industrial environments which may be dirty.

Students must be enrolled in an accredited Project Management or Construction Management program at a college or university.

Students must be willing and able to work in any of our services areas and power stations, including:

• Big Bend Power Station in Apollo Beach, FL
• Bayside Power Station in Tampa, FL
• Polk Power Station in Mulberry, FL
• Other operational facilities as necessary to support projects (distribution, solar, etc.)

Physical Location of Co‑op
:
Big Bend Station, CM Building 13031 Wyandotte Road Gibsonton, FL 33534

Working Conditions:

Combination of plant/field and office environment. Must be willing and able to work in dusty, hot, and noisy environments.

Preferred Availability
:
Full time 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, typically within an 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM window.

Education:

The successful applicant should be enrolled in an ABET‑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); otherwise, the student will be considered an intern.

A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.

Required Degree
:
Enrolled in an accredited Project Management or Construction Management program at a college or university.

Preferred/Related Discipline
: N/A

Year in School
:
Junior or Senior

Strong communication and teamwork skills. Basic understanding of the project management, scheduling, and cost control processes. Familiarity with different contract types and contract administration. Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel. Ability to analyze schedule and cost data and identify discrepancies.

• 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 Judgment

TECO offers a competitive benefits package:
Competitive Salary, 401k Savings plan with company matching, Pension plan, Paid time off, Paid Holiday time, Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage, Tuition Assistance Program, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, On‑site Fitness Centers, Bonus Plan, and more!

Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment. TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or…