IT Governance Internship - Part-Time

Job Specifications

We are seeking students who are eager to learn, self-motivated and are comfortable working independently. This part-time internship (20 hours/week) will make an impact! You will support and assist with real-life projects in our IT Governance Department within the Office of the CIO. This role will provide hands-on experience supporting IT governance operations. These projects are designed to enhance your communication and teamwork skills, as you will be collaborating with individuals across all functions in our organization. You will work alongside professionals in your field, gaining in-depth knowledge about the energy industry and your chosen field of expertise. You will apply what you have learned in school to impactful projects within a publicly traded, multi-state utility and energy company. Learn more about our internship program here: https://careers.blackhillsenergy.com/students

Pay: $18-$21 per hour (Determined by the knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant.)

- Additional benefits include meaningful work, relocation benefits, intern week experience, casual dress code, plus you'll earn 401k contributions during your internship.

Schedule: Part-time internship, approximately 20 hours per week

Reporting Relationship: Manger, IT Governance

Location: Rapid City, South Dakota

- To learn more about our company, visit our internship page and locations page on our career website.

- Intern Relocation Adjustment Allowance of $1,000.00 is offered for the purpose of assisting with various expenses associated with your relocation for the internship (less applicable taxes and based on eligibility). Contents of our relocation program are subject to change and may vary based on position.

Qualifications:

- Must be actively enrolled in an educational program related to this type of internship and have completed a minimum of 2 years towards a respective degree. If you are a recent graduate, you must be within 1 year of your graduation date.

- No experience required.

Essential Job Functions:

- Participation in the Company’s industry orientation experiences, which may include some travel and overnight stays. Prepare and present a synopsis of experience with the Company at the end of the internship.

- Support Change Advisory Board (CAB) operations, including maintaining documentation, performing follow-up reviews, and providing documentation and evidence support for audit or compliance inquiries as needed.

- Assist with preparing materials and supporting analysis for monthly IT incident and lessons learned reviews.

- Help track action items, metrics, and documentation related to incident management and change enablement activities.

- Provide general support for emerging data governance efforts, including documentation, coordination, and process assistance.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to collaborate with employees and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.

- Ability to work independently or in a team environment.

- Ability to prepare and give presentations.

- Attention to detail.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.

- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of business information.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Internship benefits include: Casual dress code and eligibility to earn 401(k) contributions.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.