University Intern

At Hope Utilities, you can do more than gain experience. You can make a difference. As an intern, you'll contribute to meaningful work that helps deliver essential services and improve the quality of life in the communities we serve.

We are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and engaging environment where you can learn, grow, and build valuable professional skills. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain hands‑on experience, and explore potential career paths within the energy and utility industry. At Hope, we welcome fresh perspectives, encourage curiosity, and value the ideas and contributions of our interns.

Join us and discover how your talents can help shape the future while building a strong foundation for your career.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking motivated, talented, and career‑focused students to join our 2027 Hope Gas Summer Internship Program
. This ten‑week, hands‑on learning experience provides students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional environment while gaining valuable industry experience. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects that directly support business operations and strategic initiatives. In addition to department‑specific assignments, interns will participate in professional development activities, networking opportunities, and exposure to company leadership.

Interns will contribute to meaningful projects in one of the following departments:

• Finance – Assist with budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, and market analysis.
• Accounting – Assist with projects and gain experience in managing records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles.
• Regulatory – Assist with projects and reporting to ensure compliance with federal and state utility regulations while supporting filings and policy initiatives.
• Human Resources (HR) – Gain experience in talent acquisition, total rewards, employee relations, and payroll/HRIS.
• Engineering – Work on infrastructure projects, system optimization, and safety compliance initiatives.
• Communications – Develop content, support branding efforts, and assist with internal and external communication strategies.
• Supply Chain – Assist with inventory management, procurement activities, vendor coordination, logistics planning, and process improvement initiatives that support operational efficiency.
• Environmental/GIS – Support environmental compliance, data collection and analysis, mapping projects, geographic information systems (GIS) applications, and sustainability initiatives.

DUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with department teams to work on impactful projects.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and present findings.
• Participate in professional development workshops and networking events.
• Engage in cross‑functional learning opportunities with interns from other departments.
• Support day‑to‑day operational tasks and contribute innovative ideas.
• Responsible for end of program capstone project

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The team member in this role will:

• Serve as an Individual Contributor without supervisory responsibilities.
• Support and contribute toward team goals and objectives.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to quickly learn new software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply information relevant to assigned projects.
• Minimum sophomore standing…