Sorry no VISA sponsorship opportunities...including OPT/CPT.
Ready to power up your future?
Are you pursuing a degree in Law, Political Science, Environmental/Energy Policy, or a related field and searching for a career-igniting summer internship in 2027? 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 legal projects, gaining exposure to how MISO’s Legal & Federal Affairs team supports the organization through research, drafting, reviewing materials, and learning the fundamentals of utility regulatory and corporate law.
- Work closely with attorneys and team members in Little Rock to understand how legal considerations influence MISO’s operations, federal compliance, and broader business objectives.
- Participate in lunch & learn sessions, cross‑departmental networking, and mentorship experiences that help you understand how every part of MISO supports reliable power delivery to 45 million people.
- Contribute to real‑world assignments such as policy research, basic contract language review, organizational governance support, stakeholder considerations, or other early‑career legal tasks suitable for undergraduate students.
- Attend community service events, intern socials, networking activities, and development programming to help you grow your confidence, build relationships, and understand MISO’s broader mission.
- Wrap up the summer with a final presentation summarizing your project work, recommendations, and areas of impact.
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 our Little Rock, AR office.
- Potential to extend internship to part-time remote work during the school year.
We are looking for students who…
- Are pursuing Law, Political Science, Environmental/Energy Policy, or a related degree.
- Demonstrate curiosity and eagerness to learn, accountability, mission‑driven focus, respect, and collaboration — the core values your Legal & Federal Affairs team prioritizes.
- Communicate clearly and professionally and are comfortable conducting research, reviewing language, and supporting legal processes.
- Are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Teams, and Copilot.
- Exhibit strong analytical thinking, professionalism, organization, and attention to detail.
- Are excited about gaining exposure to how federal affairs, corporate legal considerations, and regulatory obligations intersect in a real‑world energy environment.
To be eligible for the program, you must be available to start Wednesday, June 2nd, 2027 and continue through Friday, August 13th, 2027. No VISA sponsorship opportunities, including OPT/CPT.
Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever-changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does every day. Plug into your future career. Apply today and help us keep the power flowing!
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Qualifications Skills Preferred Microsoft PowerPoint (Immediate) Some Knowledge Microsoft Word (Immediate) Some Knowledge Microsoft Excel (Immediate) Some Knowledge Education Preferred Bachelors or better. Bachelors or better. Bachelors or better. Bachelors or better. Bachelors or better. Equal Opportunity Employer
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Skills Required
- Pursuing a degree in Law, Political Science, Environmental or Energy Policy, or a related field
- Available from June 2, 2027 through August 13, 2027
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Proficiency with Microsoft Teams and Copilot
- Clear and professional communication skills
- Ability to conduct research, review language, and support legal processes
- Strong analytical thinking, professionalism, organization, and attention to detail
- Bachelor's degree or better
What We Do
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is an independent, not-for-profit organization that delivers safe, cost-effective electric power across 15 U.S. states and the Canadian province of Manitoba. MISO is committed to the reliable, non-discriminatory operation of the bulk power transmission system and collaborating with all stakeholders to create cost-effective and innovative solutions for our changing industry. MISO operates one of the world’s largest energy markets with approximately $22 billion in annual gross market energy transactions.
