Grid Internship Program Overview

El Paso Electric (EPE) is dedicated to supporting our communities and driving regional economic growth. The Grid Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students practical experience in the power industry, including discipline-specific assignments, training, and peer collaboration. The program aims to develop future talent for EPE’s service territory, with opportunities for interns to transition to full-time employment upon graduation.

Mission

The EPE Grid Internship Program provides a paid, mutually beneficial work experience to build a pipeline of top college talent. Our goal is to identify and retain exceptional students from local universities who demonstrate potential for full-time employment at EPE.

Learning & Development

Our Grid interns thrive in a structured learning environment that seamlessly balances academic commitments with hands-on, meaningful work assignments. You’ll work on projects designed to sharpen your communication, teamwork, project management, and leadership skills, while gaining real-world experience that sets you apart.

We believe in growth —your performance will be regularly evaluated, and you’ll receive constructive feedback and development opportunities to help you succeed. Plus, you’ll enjoy access to exclusive training sessions like Plugged-In and Electricity 101, along with quarterly learning programs to keep you ahead of the curve.

Engagement

EPE fosters a culture of engagement and community involvement. Interns are encouraged to participate in networking, volunteering, and development activities throughout the year, complementing their academic and professional growth.

Minimum Requirements

Below are the qualifications required for participation in the El Paso Electric GRID Internship Program. All listed requirements must be satisfied to be considered eligible.

• Must be enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year college or university within the EPE service territory
• Major in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business, Communication, or a related field
• Be classified as a Sophomore, Junior, Senior, or Graduate student with at least 48 hours of coursework completed
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Be available to work up to 20 hours per week year-round

Application Process

Program openings are posted throughout the Fall, Spring, and Summer. Visit the career opportunities webpage for current listings. Applicants should:

• • Read the full job posting
  • If you have not already done so, you will need to create an EPE UltiPro profile in order to apply
  • Be prepared to upload your resume and official or unofficial transcripts
  • Overall GPA needs to match your official transcript
  • Keep your contact information up to date on your resume and application
  • Tailor your resume for the position
  • For questions or assistance, contact careers@epelectric.com