Grant Admin Intern- Spring 2027
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Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)
Orlando, OK, US
Summary
The intern will research and evaluate grant processes, assist with FEMA manual updates, and convert forms into Power-BI resources. They will also collaborate with external organizations and support the FEMA claim process during emergency events.
Job Description
OUC – The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second-largest municipal utility in Florida, is offering an internship program in the Financial & Support Services division. The OUC Internship Program is dedicated to providing students with real-world, hands-on experience by partnering with energy leaders and experienced professionals, while bringing new and out-of-the-box perspectives and ideas that are essential for fostering the creativity and growth of any business.
We are looking for a Grants Administration Intern. During this internship, you will partner with the Grants team.
You will be involved in:
- Research, evaluate and analyze processes, procedural methods, practices, strategies to ensure effectiveness and compliance while providing recommendations.
- Assist with the development, updating, and testing of procedures and the OUC Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) manual.
- Assist with converting F-ROC forms into Power-BI resources to facilitate process automation.
- Collaborate with external organizations to understand new regulations and assist with implementation at OUC.
- During emergency events, assist with the FEMA claim process by helping coordinate, collect, and submit required documentation and support, as well as interacting with the FEMA PDMG.
- Support the designated business unit’s specific project needs
OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable, reliable services and solutions. Click Here to learn more about our Emerging Talent Internship Program.
Internship Eligibility:
- Currently enrolled at an accredited college or university
- Academic status of Junior or Senior.
- Program of study: Emergency Management or Business
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above at the time of application.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Previous internship experience preferred.
The Ideal Candidate will have:
- Strong academic foundation in Emergency Management, Finance and Accounting
- Experience with PowerBI and Microsoft Excel
- Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and proactive; able to work independently.
- Ability to prioritize and resolve issues under deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Proven ability to learn new skills quickly.
OUC Internship Rewards Package Includes:
- Competitive pay
- Career acceleration and development
Location: Reliable Plaza, 100 W Anderson St, Orlando, FL 32802
Compensation: $17 per hour, varies depending the education level
Schedule: Part-Time (up to 25 hours per week) from January 11th, 2027 to May 7th, 2027 following a Hybrid Schedule
Note: Unofficial transcripts must be uploaded at the time of the application submission.
OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.
The Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One) is a municipally-owned public utility providing electric and water services to the citizens of Orlando, Florida, St. Cloud, Florida, and unincorporated Orange and Osceola counties.
Established in 1923 by a special act of the Florida Legislature, OUC is the second largest municipal utility in Florida and 14th largest municipal in the country. OUC provides electric, water, chilled water and/or lighting services to 400,000 accounts. The company is governed by a five-member commission (including the Mayor of Orlando), which is responsible for all operating policies.
OUC has maintained the best electric reliability in the state of Florida for 21 years in a row, when compared to Florida’s investor-owned utilities. Our power is produced at the OUC-owned Stanton Energy Center via a diverse fuel portfolio, which includes nearly 20 megawatts of solar energy.
And, our clean, safe, great-tasting water - which is pumped from the Lower Floridan Aquifer - undergoes more than 20,000 chemical and bacteriological water quality tests each year, including tests for more than 135 regulated and unregulated substances like lead and copper.
Founded
1923
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Utilities
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Orlando, Florida
The Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One) is a municipally-owned public utility providing electric and water services to the citizens of Orlando, Florida, St. Cloud, Florida, and unincorporated Orange and Osceola counties.
Established in 1923 by a special act of the Florida Legislature, OUC is the second largest municipal utility in Florida and 14th largest municipal in the country. OUC provides electric, water, chilled water and/or lighting services to 400,000 accounts. The company is governed by a five-member commission (including the Mayor of Orlando), which is responsible for all operating policies.
OUC has maintained the best electric reliability in the state of Florida for 21 years in a row, when compared to Florida’s investor-owned utilities. Our power is produced at the OUC-owned Stanton Energy Center via a diverse fuel portfolio, which includes nearly 20 megawatts of solar energy.
And, our clean, safe, great-tasting water - which is pumped from the Lower Floridan Aquifer - undergoes more than 20,000 chemical and bacteriological water quality tests each year, including tests for more than 135 regulated and unregulated substances like lead and copper.
Founded
1923
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Utilities
Org type
Government Agency
Headquarters
Orlando, Florida