Environmental Engineer Co-op Fall 2026

Title: Environmental Engineer Co-op Fall 2026 Company: Tampa Electric Company Location: Tampa, Florida Shift: Mon – Fri, 20-40 hours, varies on location and/or role Position Summary The co‑op will support Environmental Services initiatives by working alongside subject matter experts within the department including Air (emissions tracking, plant operations/power generation), Water (NPDES permitting, stormwater management systems), Land (Environmental Resource Permitting, storage tank compliance), Waste (hazardous and non‑hazardous waste management, chemical management, contamination assessment and remediation), Sustainability (Manatee protection/outreach, Blue Carbon, GHG tracking/initiatives, etc.). Key Responsibilities Support development of innovative strategies for NPDES permit compliance Support ongoing projects at multiple power stations for environmental compliance Provide technical assistance to senior level staff on environmental initiatives Physical Location 3600 Midtown Dr., Tampa, FL 33607 Working Conditions Mostly in a normal office environment 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 for the first semester the student joins the program. 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. Required Degree: Engineering – Civil, Environmental, Chemical Environmental Science Geology Preferred/Related Discipline: Environmental Year in School: No preference Emera Leadership Competencies: Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change Develops People and Teams Drives Operational Excellence for Customers Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgement Benefits Competitive Salary 401k Savings plan w/ company matching Pension plan Paid time off Paid Holiday time Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Wellness Programs On‑site Fitness Centers Bonus Plan and more #J-18808-Ljbffr New Mexico Gas Co - Peoples Gas - Tampa Electric