Intern - High School - Des Moines, IA

Job Description

Power up your future with a one-of-a-kind internship at MidAmerican Energy. Earn pay and valuable experience this summer with the opportunity to build your resume and gain professional experience.

The purpose of the high school internship position is to develop high school students through a work-based learning experience within the energy industry. The internship program spans over 8 weeks in the months of June-July.

Interns will be immersed in meaningful work throughout the program and gain valuable exposure to various career pathways within the energy industry.

Participants will participate in weekly enrichment activities that explore various departments and facilities within the organization, in addition to attending networking, resume writing, interviewing and skill strengthening workshops.

The position is temporary, non-exempt, part-time/hourly.

Responsibilities

Go beyond the basics with numbers and work closely with our teams to understand department budgets, while learning how to input data correctly and efficiently.

Work with us behind-the-scenes and help plan and execute on various projects.

Collaborate with us and understand how to work within a professional team dynamic.

Support our customers and co-workers by compiling, processing and evaluating information.

Qualifications

Must be at least 16 years of age and currently earning high school credit.

Have some computer skills in Microsoft Office such as Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Ability to self-manage, prioritize multiple tasks and complete projects within deadlines.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Effective problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Ability to receive constructive feedback with a growth mindset.

Specific departments may require a background check. Position is subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

We celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Department Placement

• Important* Selected candidates will participate in a meet and greet night prior to the start of the internship where department placement opportunities will be outlined further.
  
  

Note: Placements within specific departments are subject to location and availability. Preferences will be considered, however placement in a specific department cannot be guaranteed.

Des Moines Department Options

• Claims and Damage Prevention
• Gas Contract Management
• Facilities Support
• Gas Operations Support
• Human Resources
• Informational Technology (IT)
• Finance and Accounting
• Project Development (Renewable Energy)
• Training and Development
• Supply Chain
  
  

Application Steps

Apply - Click Apply - Complete application.

• Important: Review all placement options (above) to select preferred departments within the ‘Job Application Questions’ section. (*selections not guaranteed.)
  
  

Essay - Attach in ‘Miscellaneous Documents’ an essay about “why you are interested in being a MidAmerican intern and what you want to get out of the internship.”

Letter of Recommendation - Attach in ‘Miscellaneous Documents’ one letter of recommendation that speaks to your character and abilities. (Letters should not be written by a family member.)