IT Technology PMO Student Internship

IT Technology PMO Student Internship Tampa Electric Company United States, Florida, Tampa Jun 17, 2026

Title:

IT Technology PMO Student Internship

Company:

Tampa Electric Company

Location:

Midtown East Tower

State and City:

Florida - Tampa

Shift:

8 Hr. X 5

Days Hiring Manager:

Toni DeOreo Recruiter:

Mark Koener

POSITION CONCEPT

We are seeking a motivated IT PMO Intern to support our IT Project Management Office in system administration, requirements documentation, and process improvement. This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in PMO operations within a dynamic and fast-paced technology environment. The IT PMO Intern will work closely with our project managers and system administrators to streamline project workflows and enhance PMO effectiveness.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

PMO System Administration:

Assist with Smartsheet and other PMO tool administration, including user access management, setting up project templates, and ensuring data accuracy.

Requirements Documentation:

Collaborate with project teams to capture business and technical requirements, translating them into clear documentation for project use.

Process Improvement:

Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing existing PMO processes, suggesting enhancements, and helping implement approved changes.

Dashboard and Reporting Support:

Assist in developing dashboards and reports to provide clear visibility into project statuses, budget tracking, and other key PMO metrics.

Meeting Support:

Attend project meetings, prepare meeting notes, track action items, and follow up with team members on assigned tasks.

Quality Assurance:

Assist with the Project Documentation auditing processes and support the team in the implementation and tracking of quality control processes across the project lifecycle

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Current student or recent graduate in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, or related field.

Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset. Basic knowledge of project management tools (Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, etc.) is a plus. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Preferred Experience:

Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and any experience with documentation or data management is a plus. Previous internship or coursework in project management or IT-related fields. Familiarity with IT infrastructure, software development life cycle (SDLC), or cloud technologies is a plus. Certification or coursework related to project management (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or Agile) is a bonus Interest in pursuing PMI-PMP or PMI ACP Certifications

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

Hands-On PMO Experience:

Learn the essentials of PMO operations and project management methodologies.

IT Experience:

Exposure to a wide variety of IT projects and technologies

Skill Development:

Develop skills in requirements gathering, process documentation, and project tracking tools.

Career Mentorship:

Gain valuable mentorship from experienced project managers and PMO team members.

ADDITIONAL FOCUS AREAS

Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and any experience with documentation or data management is a plus. Familiarity with IT infrastructure, software development life cycle (SDLC), or cloud technologies is a plus. Interest in pursuing PMI-PMP or PMI ACP Certifications TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.