Internship Associate Degree In Math Jobs in Fort Wayne, IN

Job Posting End Date

08-10-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

The position serves as the primary field customer relations resource for residential and commercial customers within an assigned territory. This role supports a territory that may include approximately 40,000 to 60,000 accounts, depending on customer density and other factors. The position is designed for someone who is eager to learn, comfortable working with technology and new systems, and interested in building a long-term foundation within the company. Under close supervision and guidance, this associate will respond to customer and public inquiries, support customer needs in the office and field, and proactively promote company marketing programs, products, and information. The role offers growth potential, but is not intended as an immediate senior-level position.

Job Description

What you'll do:

Essential Job Functions & Tasks

• Financial Responsibility- Demonstrate a basic understanding of rates and tariffs to provide billing explanations, billing options, and tariff analysis to support customer needs. Assist in identifying revenue and growth opportunities, monitor customer delinquencies to help reduce charged-off accounts, support billing corrections, and maintain accurate reporting records.
• Technical Expertise- Develop entry-level knowledge of the distribution electrical system. Provide customers with service reliability and power quality explanations and become familiar with meter technologies and their applications.
• Energy Management- Assist customers with the effective and economical use of electric energy, including energy management tariffs. Meet with assigned customers to promote products and initiatives that support company strategic goals and provide business-related coordination or assistance as needed. Build working knowledge of residential and business energy efficiency programs and proactively market them. Partner with energy efficiency program managers and implementation contractors. Attend meetings, seminars, webinars, trade shows, and community events to strengthen knowledge and support marketing efforts.
• Customer Relationship Management- Serve as a company point of contact for customers in the assigned area under the guidance of more experienced employees. Support the needs of larger accounts and municipalities as needed, while understanding how to balance customer and company needs. Use a customer experience mindset, engage in community involvement within the territory, and primarily support residential and small commercial customers. This role is initially office-based, with field customer visits as needed.
• Problem Solving and Initiative- Develop problem-solving skills and coordinate customer concerns with internal departments under the guidance of higher-level employees. Investigate, resolve, and document customer issues and complaints in a timely manner while maintaining compliance with Utility Commission guidelines. Apply basic analysis techniques to evaluate high bill complaints and provide reasonable explanations. Help customers identify solutions, including energy-efficient equipment and practices. Assist other departments with access issues and support Engineering with new service requirements, including load estimation, contract acquisition, and customer liaison support.
• Communication Skills- Represent the company professionally at all times. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external customers. Maintain strong documentation skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Office products. Develop comfort in representing the company to customers and internal stakeholders, demonstrate the ability to deliver effective oral presentations to groups, and assist with special projects as needed.

What we're looking for:

Minimum requirements for Customer Service Account Representative Associate (SG 04)

Education requirements are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Engineering, Management, or another Human Relations or Marketing-related field; or
• Associate degree in one of the listed areas with a minimum of 3 years of customer contact experience and knowledge of field activities related to the technical aspects of customer services and distribution operations; or
• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 4 years of customer contact experience and knowledge of field activities related to the technical aspects of customer services and distribution operations.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• Must have working knowledge of field activities related to the technical aspects of customer services and electrical distribution operations and construction.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:

• Must possess a current Driver license.

Minimum Requirements for Business Services Account Manager Associate (SG 05):

• Education requirements are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Engineering or Industrial Technology with at least 2 years of customer service experience in a technical environment;

• Associate Degree in a study listed above, with at least 4 years of customer service experience in a technical environment;

• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 6 years of customer service experience in a technical environment.

Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below:

• Certification as a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or other Energy Rating Certification is preferred.

• Must possess a valid Driver's license.

Other preferences:

• Comfortable learning new technology, software, and systems
• Interest in a growth-oriented role with long-term potential
• Open to starting in an associate-level position and building knowledge over time
• Willingness to learn the company and grow into the role
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective internal and external business relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Current driver's license required
• Willing to perform on-site investigations in various terrain and weather conditions
• Physical demand level: Sedentary
• Open to a role that is initially office-based, with field interaction as needed

What you'll get:

SG 04 Cust. Services Account Representative Associate: $54,063-$67,578/year.

SG 05 Business Services Account Manager Associate: $63,496-$79,369/year.

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-004

Compensation Range:

$54,063.00 - $79,369.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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