About the role#
This internship provides project-based support within the Energy Markets division at our headquarters in Bismarck. You will gain exposure to cooperative operations while assisting with hands-on tasks relevant to your field of study. This is a full-time position for the summer of 2027, running from approximately May 17 through August 20.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the checkout process for gas purchase and sales contracts to ensure accurate transaction settlements.
- Support the settlement of wind purchase power agreements, including validating curtailments and providing calculations for counterparties.
- Help settle short-term transmission, energy, and capacity transactions.
- Complete monthly billing cycles.
- Investigate market activity abnormalities to identify causes and develop solutions for improvement.
- Support the expansion of data and systems used for market analysis.
- Complete project assignments and ad-hoc data requests.
- Follow all safety, security, and procedural guidelines.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student in a four-year Business, Finance, or Accounting program.
- Completion of at least two years of study or graduation within the past 12 months.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5 (a transcript is required at the time of application).
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Strong research, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work with confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Initiative, adaptability, and the ability to collaborate with a team.
- You must be at least 18 years of age.
- Previous internship or relevant work experience and additional certifications are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Bismarck, North Dakota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $23.50 per hour.
About Basin Electric Power Cooperative
Basin Electric Power Cooperative provides wholesale energy and services to its member-owners. Founded in 1961, the nonprofit organization maintains operations in power generation, transmission, and gasification. It is based in Bismarck, North Dakota. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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