Spring 2026 - Payroll Intern/Co-Op Student

Title: Spring 2026 - Payroll Intern/Co-Op Student
Company: Tampa Electric Company
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

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:

Join our Payroll team for a hands-on internship experience where you'll gain exposure to core payroll operations, HR data management, and enterprise systems like SAP. This opportunity is ideal for junior or senior-level college students looking to apply classroom knowledge in a fast-paced, collaborative business environment. Interns will work closely with experienced payroll professionals, contribute to real-time projects, and develop practical skills in data accuracy, compliance, and employee support. This internship offers a valuable foundation for students pursuing careers in HR, Accounting, Finance, or Business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor the payroll inbox and apply appropriate flags or assignments.
• Respond to basic payroll-related questions and requests from employees.
• Assist in reviewing Master Data against New Hire and Job Change Request forms.
• Support employment verification processes.
• Input quota data for new hires and assist with SLD (Staffing Level Data) updates.
• Participate in basic payroll audits and data integrity checks.
• Build foundational knowledge of SAP Payroll Modules and transaction codes.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop a working understanding of payroll processes and compliance.
• Gain experience with HRIS systems, particularly SAP.
• Reinforce communication and customer service skills in a professional setting.
• Learn how payroll integrates with broader HR and finance functions.
• Apply academic knowledge to real-world business operations.

Physical Location of Co-op: Midtown 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.

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: Bachelor level degree seeking student

Preferred/Related Discipline: Finance, Accounting, Business, HR Management or Information Systems or MIS or related field

Preferred Year in School: Junior or Senior

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

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.