Careers at PGW

A career at PGW is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to make a difference in Philadelphia. Every day, PGW employees help deliver safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas while serving the community around the clock.

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Why Choose PGW?

Whether you are beginning your career or seeking your next opportunity, you will find meaningful work, opportunities to grow, and a team committed to serving our city. 

As a member of the PGW team, you’ll have the opportunity to: 

  • Help shape the future of energy 

  • Support innovative natural gas technologies 

  • Contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable Philadelphia 

  • Collaborate with city, state, and federal partners 

  • Serve the communities that rely on PGW every day 

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Your Job, Your Benefits

PGW offers a competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family. Employees can choose from a variety of medical, prescription, and dental plans, including options from Independence Blue Cross and Keystone HMO.

Work & Life Balance

Take time to recharge and enjoy the flexibility and support you need both at work and at home.

  • Generous Paid Time Off 
  • FlexWork Options

Retirement Plans

Build toward your financial future with programs designed to help you prepare for retirement.

  • Company-Sponsored Pension Plan (five-year vesting)
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Professional Development

Grow your skills and advance your career with opportunities designed to support your professional goals.

  • Tuition Assistance

Health & Wellness

Benefits focused on your health, financial protection and peace of mind.

  • Company-Paid Full Medical Coverage
  • Group Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Student Internships and Co-op Programs 

PGW offers part-time internships, paid part-time summer high school internships and full-time co-op education programs designed to fit the schedules of full-time students.  These opportunities are available during the academic year and the summer, giving students the chance to gain hands-on experience in the natural gas industry and explore their areas of interest. 

In both 2025 and 2026, PGW was recognized as a Greatest Place to Intern by the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry, reflecting PGW’s continued commitment to providing meaningful, hands-on opportunities that develop and prepare the future leaders of our industry. 

To be eligible for our internship or co-op program, you must: 

  • Be enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university 

  • Have sophomore standing or higher 

  • Be in good academic standing 

  • Be pursuing a major in a field relevant to PGW’s hiring needs 

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People Of PGW

Get to know the dedicated men and women who deliver safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas to the 500,000 customers we serve.

Meet John Jones III, General Supervisor, Dispatch. From coordinating teams to helping keep operations moving, John plays an important role in supporting safe, reliable service for customers across Philadelphia.

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Meet Gaby Alfaro, Staff Engineer. As a Philadelphian through and through, Gaby helps serve her community by testing meters to ensure they’re working properly - supporting safe, reliable service for customers.

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Meet Tim Callahan, Compressor Operator, Distribution (and third-generation member of the PGW family). On Philly's coldest nights, he's helping keep homes safe and warm.

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Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

PGW is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Employment decisions — including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, and all other terms and conditions of employment — are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. 

PGW is committed to complying with all applicable equal employment opportunities and affirmative action laws, regulations, and executive orders. PGW is dedicated to fostering a workplace where every employee is treated with dignity and respect and has the opportunity to succeed. 

Discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and retaliation have no place at PGW. PGW is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment where employees can contribute their talents and reach their full potential. 

Employees with questions, concerns, or complaints related to equal employment opportunity may contact the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action. 

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