Spring 2026: Business Planning Co-Op/Intern - Big Bend Power Station

Title:Spring 2026: Business Planning Co-Op/Intern - Big Bend Power Station

Company: Tampa Electric Company

State and City: Florida- North Ruskin

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.

Position Summary/Details:

As a co-op student at TECO Energy, you will support financial and business operations at the Big Bend Power Station or within a center of excellence team. Under the guidance of a Senior Analyst and Manager, you will assist in developing annual and multi-year budgets, forecasts, and financial reports. Your work will contribute to cost management, operational efficiency, and strategic planning across various business units.

You will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools such as Excel, PowerBI, SAP, and PowerPlan, and collaborate with engineers and analysts on capital projects and operational initiatives. Students will also have the opportunity to develop their AI end-user skills by leveraging Microsoft Copilot to streamline reporting, enhance data analysis, and improve productivity.

Accountabilities: As a successful candidate for ourposition, you would:

• Collaborate with Engineers, Project Managers, and Leadership to support financial tracking of capital projects, including SOX compliance and in-service date reporting.
• Assist with monthly close activities by preparing accruals, performing reclassifications, and analyzing budget variances.
• Contribute to long-term forecasting of capital and operational expenses.
• Develop financial models, monitor cost controls, and prepare presentations for business stakeholders.

Physical Location of Co-op:Big Bend Power Station - Administrative Buildings (BB Admin or CM building)

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  • Perk: Enjoy views of the Manatee viewing center from the Big Bend Power Station.
  
  
  
  

Working Conditions: This position has the unique opportunity to be stationed on Tampa Bay in Apollo Beach at Big Bend Power Station. Mostly in an office environment. This position allows for the opportunity to occasionally and safely tour Power Plants and Solar Sites for a more hands-on experience.

Preferred Availability:Part - Time (20-30 hours)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: 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 qualifyas 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.

Required Degree:Accounting, Finance or Business

Preferred/Related Discipline: Data Analytics

Preferred Year in School: Junior or Senior

Emera Leadership Competencies:

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• 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 employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy
It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.