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MISO 2026 Summer Internship Program

Ready to power up your future? Are you pursuing a degree in Business, Law, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Economics, or a related field and searching for a career-igniting summer internship in 2026? Do you want to see your ideas make a real impacthelping MISO keep the lights on for 45 million people by driving innovations that boost system reliability, resilience, and performance, and tackling some of the most complex technical challenges in the energy industry? If that sparks your interest, keep reading

What you'll do as a MISO Intern:

• Take on meaningful, high-impact projects that sharpen your technical skills and expand your career opportunities.
• Work side-by-side with your manager and mentor while connecting with a cross-departmental "buddy" to grow your network.
• Learn from industry experts during interactive lunch & learn sessions that showcase how every department contributes to MISO's mission.
• Get involved beyond the desk: join in community service projects, social events, and networking opportunities with professionals who are passionate about what they do.
• Wrap up your summer with a spotlight presentation of your project findings and recommendations to department leaders and company executives.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay plus housing assistance for qualified students.
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture where your contributions matter.
• An internship that blends technical challenge, professional development, and fun.
• An average of 40 hours per week on site in one of our three offices (IN, MN, AR).
• Potential to extend internship to part-time remote work during the school year.

We are looking for students who:

• Are currently pursuing a degree in Business, Law, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Economics, or related field.
• Have strong research, writing, and analytical skills with an interest in policy, regulation, or compliance work.
• Are eager to gain hands-on experience in tracking regulatory developments, supporting compliance initiatives, and engaging with state and federal stakeholders.
• Are proficient with or willing to learn tools such as Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable preparing clear documentation and presentations.
• Demonstrate MISO Core Values: Integrity, Commitment, Collaboration, Creativity, and Adaptability.

To be eligible for the program, you must be available to start Wednesday, May 27th, 2026 and continue through Friday, August 7th, 2026. No VISA sponsorship opportunities, including OPT/CPT.

MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. Through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million customers. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future it's what our immensely talented and dedicated team does every day.

Plug into your future career. Apply today and help us keep the power flowing!

Qualifications:

• Skills Preferred:
• Microsoft PowerPoint: Intermediate
• Microsoft Excel: Intermediate
• Microsoft Word: Intermediate
• Behaviors Preferred:
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Education Preferred:
• Masters or better in Law (MBA)
• Masters or better in Economics
• Masters or better in Public Affairs
• Masters or better in Business Administration
• Bachelors or better in Business Administration

Equal Opportunity Employer

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