Intern - Energy Supply and Trading

Position Purpose

Provide learning opportunities for college students to gain hands-on experience in energy supply, trading, and market operations. This internship supports MGE’s Energy Supply and Energy Market Operations teams with data analysis, reporting, and operational support while building foundational knowledge and professional skills in the utility and energy industry.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide daily natural gas/electric market price updates to inform risk management decisions.
• Create datasets for renewable generation used in modeling software and budgeting.
• Assist with preparation of reporting packages, including emission reduction tracking and unit capacity factors.
• Support recurring reporting of budget-to-actual variances.
• Participate and assist with daily and monthly natural gas activities with the scheduler.

Behavioral Competencies

• Communicates Effectively – Shares information clearly and concisely; listens and responds appropriately.
• Collaborates – Works effectively with others to achieve common goals.
• Action Oriented – Takes on new opportunities and challenges with enthusiasm.
• Nimble Learning – Actively learns through experimentation and feedback.
• Situational Adaptability – Adjusts approach to match changing conditions or priorities.

Skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong business acumen, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Education

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Business, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.

Benefits of an Internship with MGE

• Convenient Location: MGE is a local employer with easy access via bike paths and public transportation. Free on-site parking is also available.
• Meaningful Work: Interns engage in hands-on, impactful projects that provide valuable experience across various business functions.
• Competitive Compensation: Interns receive fair and competitive pay that reflects the value of their contributions.
• Career Advancement: MGE offers a strong pathway to full-time employment, with a high rate of intern-to-employee conversion following graduation.

Work Schedule

• Full-time (40 hours/week) during summer: mid-May through late August.
• Hybrid work model with remote flexibility.
• Additional part-time (15–20 hours/week) availability during fall and spring semesters based on business needs.

Applications for summer 2026 internships will be reviewed on a rolling basis.