Program Development Intern - Summer 2026

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Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)

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Posted 2 months ago

Internship

Orlando, Florida

Hybrid

Smart Summary

The intern will support the development of new products and services, including evaluating customer conservation rebates and assisting in drafting work plans. They will also analyze data and support product and market analysis to inform decision-making.

OUC is seeking a Program Development Intern to support the New Products & Services team. This internship requires candidates to be a Junior or above, enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a degree in Engineering, Marketing, or Business, and have a GPA of 3.0 or above. Key skills include project management, financial acumen, data analysis, and strong communication abilities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Business Models

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Financial Acumen

Data Analysis

Business Research

Entrepreneurial Interest

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Self-Motivated

Proactive

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Job Description

OUC – The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second-largest municipal utility in Florida, is offering an internship program in the Marketing & New Products 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. OUC’s internship program provides emerging talent with an immersive view of the utility industry through on-the-job training, educational sessions, self-paced learning courses, and individual or team projects.

We are looking for a Program Development Intern. During this internship, you will partner with the New Products & Services team.

You will be involved in:

  • Support the development of new products and services, including evaluating and justifying customer conservation rebates, EV charging service models, power quality monitoring services for commercial customers, and customer-facing energy storage or solar utilization offerings.
  • Partner closely with a senior analyst to develop financial analyses that support new program proposals and business cases.
  • Assist in drafting work plans and implementation roadmaps for assigned projects.
  • Contribute to the preparation of documentation required to seek approval to move projects into the implementation phase.
  • Analyze data, test assumptions, and support product and market analysis to inform decision-making.

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 above.
  • Program of study: Engineering, Marketing, 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: 

  • Basic understanding of business models and phase-gate project management
  • Strong project management and organizational skills
  • Financial acumen with ability to assess value propositions
  • Data analysis, business research skills, and entrepreneurial interest
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Power BI experience a plus
  • 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

Free access to on-site fitness centers at all locations

Location: Reliable Plaza 100 W Anderson St, Orlando, FL 32802 USA

Compensation: $16 - $17.50 per hour, varies depending on the education level 

Schedule: Full-Time (up to 40 hours per week) from May 18th, 2026 to August 14th, 2026 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, sex, 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.

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Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)

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.

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