College Internships

Each year, JEA proudly hosts high school and college students in a wide variety of internship and mentoring programs. These programs provide hands-on experience for students already enrolled in degree and technical programs in their chosen field.

Summer Co-Op Program

College students will be selected for an opportunity to gain real-world, on-the-job experience, network with business professionals and develop valuable leadership, professional etiquette and presentation skills. The program is a paid 32-hour-per-week, 12-week internship. Be sure to visit this page for application deadlines and additional requirements for this program. Watch the video below to see what past and present co-ops say about their experience. 

Eligibility Requirements

• Students must be a rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
  
• Preferred Majors: Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Mathematics, Biology/Science
• U.S. citizen or VISA eligible to work in the U.S.
• Provide current transcript and resume with application

What's the Difference Between a Co-op and an Internship?

Both provide work experience related to your college major. However, Co-Ops can be multi-term and are paid. For example, a student Co-Op might work in the summer, go to school in the fall and work again at JEA the following summer semester. Internships are usually – but not always – one term and are usually in the fall or spring, and Interns only receive a small stipend for parking.

Qualities We Look For in Our Interns 

• Strong work ethic and initiative
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Program Benefits

• Provide students with real world, hands on experience
• Enhance leadership skills
• Enhance professional etiquette and presentation skills
• Provide opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive salary ranging from $13 to $17 per hour

Work in These JEA Departments 

• Engineering
• Computer Information Systems
  
• Accounting
• Finance
• Business Administration
• Mathematics
• Biology/Science
• Marketing and Community Outreach

Co-Op Community Involvement

Completing a community service project is a requirement for every JEA Summer Co-Op. While their superiors lay down some guidelines, the decision is left to the Co-Ops on what community service project they choose.