Rates - Intern

California Water Service

Job Description:

Assist Rates Department team by researching and compiling data for regulatory submissions to the CPUC, including changing water rates, analyzing customer bill impacts, and enhancing affordability for low-income customers.

INTERNSHIP REQUIREMENTS:

One year commitment from June 1, 2026, through May 28, 2027

Summer - full time (32-40 hours per week)

Fall/Spring/Winter - based on school schedule

100% on-site, no remote option

Eligibility for employment in the US is required without sponsorship (ex. OPT, F1, etc.)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Audit and update metrics to evaluate the general affordability of water bills using Excel spreadsheets

Research minimum wage data in California cities

Set up new channels and create tasks in MS Teams

Incorporate new water rates into Excel spreadsheets that validate changes in water bills

Organize notes in OneNote and electronic files in Windows Explorer

Develop improvements in the layout and usability of the Rates Department Intranet page, and upload materials

Auditing the accuracy of files on Cal Water’s Rates Internet pages

Format and prepare regulatory filings for submission to the California Public Utilities Commission

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of and ability to use MS Excel and Word, and interest in learning new Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to use logic and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or verbal instructions

Desire to learn new skills and ideas by working collaboratively

Organization skills with attention to detail, and an interest in completing projects thoroughly and efficiently

Preferred: interest in basic finance and accounting principles and procedures

Salary Range: $25.00 - $27.00 (DOE)

Deadline to submit resume is Saturday, March 7, 2026.

The Equal Opportunity Policy of the Company is based upon the philosophy that all people should be treated fairly and with dignity. California Water Service, Hawai'i Water Service, New Mexico Water Service, Texas Water Service, and Washington Water Service do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other protected class. The Company makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner. EOE, VET, DISABILITIES.

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