About the role#
The Lansing Board of Water & Light is hiring a Finance Intern for the summer of 2027. This full-time, on-site position provides hands-on experience in financial analysis, benchmarking, and business planning within a municipal public utility. You will work under the mentorship of the executive and finance teams to support decision-making processes and gain exposure to utility operations.
What you'll do#
- Assist with ongoing finance and planning projects, including process-improvement efforts.
- Conduct benchmarking analyses to compare financial and operational performance against other agencies.
- Support rate-class competitiveness and cost-of-service modeling.
- Perform financial analysis and create supporting calculations, summaries, and presentations.
- Prepare and run standard financial reports while organizing financial data.
- Research and compile industry, financial, and operational information.
- Coordinate internal meetings, including scheduling and material preparation.
- Support business units by analyzing data and responding to ad hoc requests.
- Utilize SAP, standard office software, and other internal systems.
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow established procedures for handling sensitive information.
- Attend required training and safety-awareness programs, following the BWL Safety Manual and using PPE when necessary.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited institution studying Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Junior or senior status during the summer of 2027.
- Enrollment in fall 2027 classes.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0.
- A cover letter must be submitted with your application.
Location & details#
- Location: Lansing, Michigan.
- Term: May 17, 2027, to August 13, 2027.
- Pay: $23.00 per hour.
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Requirements: Must maintain predictable and reliable attendance and comply with all company policies and professional standards.
About Lansing Board of Water & Light
The Lansing Board of Water & Light is a municipally owned public utility based in Lansing, Michigan. Founded in 1885, the organization provides drinking water, electricity, and steam heat to the local community. It operates as the largest municipally owned utility in Michigan and the third largest electric utility in the state. The utility functions without profit motives or shareholders, with oversight provided by a board of local residents.
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