2026 Summer Intern - Software Development & Automation

Sorry no VISA sponsorship opportunities...including OPT/CPT. MISO 2026 SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Ready to power up your future?

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science/Computer Technology, Data Analytics/Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering? 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…

- 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.

Example Project Types

- Enhancing or developing in-house tools to support engineering and operational teams

- Automating manual processes that run system analysis, reporting, or modeling

- Building and improving software applications that streamline data workflows

- Supporting data science investigations and backend development projects

- Creating dashboards, reports, or applications that improve decision-making and system performance

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 pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science/Computer Technology, Data Analytics/Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or Systems Engineering

- Have strong programming skills, particularly in Python (with SQL, web development, or backend development experience a plus)

- Understand power systems concepts or have completed basic electrical engineering coursework

- Are interested in automation, tool development, and data-driven problem solving

- Are proactive, curious, and dependable in their approach to learning and problem-solving

- Embody MISO’s 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!

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