Intern- Physical Security

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

JOB TITLE: Intern- Physical Security 

REQUISITION: INF00DT

DEPARTMENT: Security – F&M Service Center or Topeka General Office

LOCATION: Kansas City, MO

                              Topeka, KS

PAY RANGE: $19.00 - $23.00

Internship Position for Summer 2026. 

Scheduled Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Other hours as required) 

It's never too early to start searching for your dream career. If you're ready to apply the principles you've been learning at school in the real world, Evergy is the place for you. Hands-on experience is what our internship programs are all about. Our programs offer students an opportunity to gain insight and meaningful experience while also allowing us to identify talented prospective employees. Many of our interns go on to develop successful careers at Evergy.

As an intern, you'll have real responsibilities, and you'll work on productive assignments with actual business interactions. We know that you work hard, so we help you play hard while you are here. We provide a number of intern events throughout the summer to burn some extra energy, including volunteer events, power plant tours, lunch and learns, and more

Intern Description:

The Physical Security Intern will support the organization’s security operations by assisting with the management and maintenance of physical security systems. This role will involve hands-on experience with access control systems, CCTV monitoring and management, and security assessments. The intern will collaborate with the security team to identify potential vulnerabilities, help implement corrective measures, and contribute to ongoing safety initiatives.

Job tasks include but not limited to:

• Assist in monitoring and maintaining access control and video surveillance systems.
• Participate in security assessments and help document findings.
• Support investigations of physical security incidents as needed.
• Work with the team to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Provide recommendations for improving physical security infrastructure.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a university or technical program in one of the following or a related technical field: Security Administration, Information Technology, or Business Administration.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

• Must be dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented and have excellent organizational and proofreading skills. 
• Must possess the ability to work and communicate effectively with other company personnel. 
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and databases preferred. 
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities and operate efficiently and effectively in high stress environment.

Working Conditions:

Normal office working conditions.

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.