Position Description
About Us:
At Santee Cooper, we are committed to being the state's leading resource for improving the quality of life for all South Carolinians. Our team is passionate about innovation, solving complex challenges, and delivering high-quality solutions.
Internship Overview:
We are seeking motivated students to join our Summer 2026 Internship Program in Information Technology. This program offers hands-on experience across several areas of IT, allowing interns to work alongside professionals who keep our utility's systems secure, efficient, and innovative. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects while gaining exposure to enterprise-level technology operations.
Available Departments May Include:
IT Infrastructure & Operations - supporting networks, servers, storage, and cloud environments
Cybersecurity - assisting with monitoring, threat analysis, and incident response
Applications Development & Support - coding, testing, and supporting enterprise applications
Data Analytics & Business Intelligence - working with data tools to support reporting and decision-making
End-User Support & Service Desk - assisting with troubleshooting, customer service, and device management
What You'll Do:
* Support IT teams with projects, troubleshooting, and daily operations
* Assist with system testing, upgrades, and security monitoring
* Analyze data and prepare reports to support business decisions
* Research and recommend technology solutions to improve efficiency
What We Offer:
* Hands-on experience in information technology
* Mentorship and learning opportunities from experienced professionals
* Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the internship
Additional Information:
* Internships begin on May 18, 2026
* Interns will work 40 hours per week for a period of 10-12 weeks
Position Requirements
Qualified candidates must:
* Be pursuing a degree in Computer Science
* Have completed their first year at a 2-year college/university (transfer program) or 4-year college/university
* Be enrolled as a full-time student Fall 2026
* Successfully undergo pre-employment physical and drug screen if selected for this position
Salary Ranges:
Rising Sophomore: $21.00 per hour
Rising Junior: $22.00 per hour
Rising Senior: $23.00 per hour
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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Santee Cooper
Sep 10, 2025