MISO Energy
2026 Summer Intern - Regulatory Affairs & Compliance
MISO Energy, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55130
Description
Sorry no VISA sponsorship opportunities...including OPT/CPT.
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 impact—helping 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 27
th
, 2026
and continue through
Friday, August 7
th
, 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!
To learn more about MISO’s Internship Program, check out the following links:
Learn More about MISO's Internship Opportunities (https://www.misoenergy.org/meet-miso/careers/internships/)
Internship Experience Video
MISO, The Work We Do (https://vimeo.com/935124142/5c8d23402d)
Follow Us on LinkedIn
Apply Here! (http://recruiting.ultipro.com/MID1029MISO)
#DiscoverMISO #LifeatMISO #MISOCareers #MISOenergy #MISOCommunity
#LI-KJ1
#LI-ONSITE
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Microsoft PowerPoint (Immediate):
Intermediate
Microsoft Excel (Immediate):
Intermediate
Microsoft Word (Immediate):
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
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Sorry no VISA sponsorship opportunities...including OPT/CPT.
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 impact—helping 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 27
th
, 2026
and continue through
Friday, August 7
th
, 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!
To learn more about MISO’s Internship Program, check out the following links:
Learn More about MISO's Internship Opportunities (https://www.misoenergy.org/meet-miso/careers/internships/)
Internship Experience Video
MISO, The Work We Do (https://vimeo.com/935124142/5c8d23402d)
Follow Us on LinkedIn
Apply Here! (http://recruiting.ultipro.com/MID1029MISO)
#DiscoverMISO #LifeatMISO #MISOCareers #MISOenergy #MISOCommunity
#LI-KJ1
#LI-ONSITE
Qualifications
Skills
Preferred
Microsoft PowerPoint (Immediate):
Intermediate
Microsoft Excel (Immediate):
Intermediate
Microsoft Word (Immediate):
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
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.