American Electric Power · 11 hours ago
HR/Talent Acquisition - Campus Intern
Columbus, OH
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22/hr - $26/hrAmerican Electric Power is a Fortune 200 energy company welcoming college students to their summer internship program. The HR/Talent Acquisition Intern will support the processes that attract, engage, and develop top emerging talent while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced HR environment.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy ManagementFinancial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in planning and executing intern orientation, learning sessions, social events, and career‑development activities
Help coordinate logistics for career fairs, info sessions, and on‑campus engagement events
Draft newsletters, announcements, reminders, and email updates; maintain intern resource guides and FAQs
Book conference rooms, manage calendars, track RSVPs, and ensure smooth execution of virtual and in‑person events
Support initiatives like buddy programs, mentorship activities, and engagement campaigns; gather and summarize intern feedback
Update intern databases, track attendance and participation, and assist with engagement metrics and leadership reports
Support creation and distribution of flyers, social posts, and campus‑focused promotional materials
Take meeting notes, maintain documentation, monitor shared inboxes, and assist with general team organization
Contribute to diversity and inclusion initiatives and help develop creative ideas for intern‑experience improvements
Qualification
Required
Completion of a sophomore year of a bachelor's degree in business, human resources or a related field by Summer 2026
Minimum 3.0 GPA
Strong writing and organizational skills, attention to detail
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
Must be at least 18 years old
Graduation date must be December 2026 or later
This position is not eligible for sponsorship (OPT, CPT not eligible)
Communication skills: Clear written and verbal communication; ability to interact professionally with interns, managers, and stakeholders
Organizational and time-management abilities: Comfortable managing multiple tasks, deadlines, schedules, and event logistics
Collaboration and teamwork: Works closely with HR, recruiting teams, and cross-functional partners
Problem-solving and adaptability: Able to handle unexpected changes and think creatively to improve intern engagement
Technical proficiency: Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and familiarity with project-management tools like Trello or Asana
Event planning and coordination: Ability to organize workshops, networking sessions, and intern events
Data analysis and reporting: Comfortable collecting feedback, summarizing insights, and supporting metrics tracking
Professionalism and reliability: Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to represent AEP positively in campus and intern-facing settings
Self-starter mindset: Eager to learn, take initiative, and support a fast-moving team
Preferred
Familiarity with Canva is a plus
Company
American Electric Power
American Electric Power generates, transmits, and distributes electricity, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Founded in 1906
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.03BKey Investors
GRIP ProgramInvenergy
2025-11-25Post Ipo Equity· $3.5B
2023-10-19Grant· $27.8M
2023-08-16Post Ipo Equity· $1.5B
Leadership Team
William Fehrman
President and Chief Executive Officer
Charles E Zebula
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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