Spring 2027 Student Internship, Corporate Strategy & Business Development
At a glance
Entry-level Business Development role at Teco. Tampa.
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What you'll do
- Research industry shifts, peer utility approaches, and regulatory developments affecting strategic planning
- Review benchmarks and KPI inputs, then surface trends and variances for business analysis
- Turn analytical findings into concise summaries, visuals, presentations, and business-case materials
- Gather information from finance, engineering, operations, regulatory, and customer experience teams
- Help prepare content for leadership updates, internal meetings, and planning sessions
What you bring
- Current enrollment in an accredited university as an undergraduate or graduate student in a related field
- At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
- Junior or senior standing, preferably studying finance, accounting, business, or data analysis
- Enrollment in a university co-op program with proof, if seeking co-op status
Who this fits
This role suits a junior or senior student who wants project-based exposure to strategy, operations, regulatory work, and finance. You’ll work from the Midtown East location in Tampa in a mostly office-based setting, with weekday scheduling that can flex around school. The preferred workload is twenty to thirty hours weekly, with flexibility for up to forty.
From the employer
Title: Spring 2027 Student Internship, Corporate Strategy & Business Development
Company: Tampa Electric Company
Location: Midtown East Tower
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: Weekdays/Schedule Flexibility for School
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
Position Summary/Details:
We are seeking a motivated Spring Interns and Co-Ops to support Tampa Electric’s Strategy & Business Development group in enhancing and strengthening the company’s strategic planning and implementation efforts. The Strategy Co-Op will assist with research, analysis, and coordination activities with strategic initiatives. Working collaboratively across the organization, this role provides foundational exposure to corporate strategy, operations, regulatory, finance, and have the opportunity to participate on cross-functional teams.
Physical Location of Co-op Opportunities: Midtown East: 3600 Midtown Drive, Tampa, FL 33607
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 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.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is required.
Preferred discipline or degree type: Finance, Accounting, or Other Business
Preferred/related discipline: Data Analysis
Year in School:
• Junior or Senior
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Strategic Research & Industry Analysis – Conduct research on industry trends, peer utility strategies, regulatory and legislative developments, and other external factors influencing Tampa Electric’s strategic direction. Summarize results and synthesize findings into insights to inform strategy discussions and planning efforts.
• Financial, Business & Comparative Analysis – Support benchmarking and key performance indicator (KPI) analysis by reviewing inputs, identifying trends and variances. Help translate analytical findings into clear summaries, visuals, and presentations that support strategy discussions, business cases, and leadership updates.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategy Communication – Partner with teams across finance, engineering, operations, regulatory, customer experience, and other functional areas to gather inputs and support coordinated strategy efforts. Assist in preparing materials for internal meetings, leadership updates, and planning sessions, ensuring complex information is communicated clearly and effectively.
Working Conditions
• Mostly in a normal office environment
Preferred Availability:
• 20-30 hours per week ideally but can accommodate up to 40 hours if that is what you are seeking.
TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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