Date: Feb 18, 2026
Location: San Antonio, TX, US, 78205
Company: CPS Energy
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Pay Grade
Temporary
Position Summary
The CPS Energy Internship Program is designed to meet the industry’s rapidly changing workforce needs by providing San Antonio college students an opportunity to be paired with a mentor to acquire meaningful hands-on experiences that expands their understanding of the industry and exposes them to essential skills they must acquire or develop to succeed. The internship is designed for the intern to learn to perform in a work environment and understand the rationale behind the strategies used. Applicants must reside in the San Antonio Metropolitan area and are currently enrolled in school or recently graduated to qualify.
The IT Compliance & Controls Intern is a temporary, entry-level role designed for college students interested in IT compliance, IT audit, cybersecurity, or risk management. Reporting to the Manager of IT Compliance, Controls & Oversight, the intern will support the team with IT General Controls (ITGC) testing, audit preparation, evidence collection, documentation, and basic remediation tracking. This role offers hands-on experience with compliance frameworks, audit processes, and IT control design within a regulated public utility environment. The intern will work closely with analysts across all levels to build foundational skills and gain real-world experience.
Summer 2026 Internship Cohort
Application deadline: 3/6/2026
Location: CPS Energy headquarters 500 McCullough Ave., San Antonio, TX 78215
Current college transcript is required for the application*
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assist with ITGC testing activities under the guidance of analysts and senior staff.
- Support evidence collection and documentation for internal and external audits.
- Help track remediation activities and follow up with IT teams as directed.
- Participate in IT quality assurance reviews and process walkthroughs.
- Document procedures, controls, and audit requests with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Conduct basic research on compliance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Assist in identifying potential control gaps and escalate observations to the team.
- Contribute to team meetings, presentations, and reporting activities.
- Support special projects related to IT compliance, controls, or governance.
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Competencies
Minimum Education
Required Certifications
Working Environment
Physical Demands
CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.
Nearest Major Market: San Antonio
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