Intern - Accounting

Position Purpose

Provide learning opportunities for college students to gain hands-on experience in corporate accounting, process improvement, and documentation. This internship supports the Accounting and Finance team with month-end close activities, financial reporting, and cross-functional collaboration while building foundational knowledge and professional skills in a regulated, publicly traded utility environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end and quarter-end close processes.
• Support special projects including process automation, documentation, and compliance initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial data collection, validation, and reporting.
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects related to financial operations, efficiency improvements, and cost analysis.
• Participate in meetings, training, and shadowing opportunities to develop professional competencies.
• Present project findings or deliverables at the end of the internship period.

Behavioral Competencies

• Communicates Effectively – Shares information clearly and concisely; listens and responds appropriately.
• Collaborates – Works effectively with others to achieve common goals.
• Action Oriented – Takes on new opportunities and challenges with enthusiasm.
• Nimble Learning – Actively learns through experimentation and feedback.
• Situational Adaptability – Adjusts approach to match changing conditions or priorities.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with financial systems (e.g., Oracle) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles.

Education

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university.

Benefits of an Internship with MGE

• Convenient Location: MGE is a local employer with easy access via bike paths and public transportation. Free on-site parking is also available.
• Meaningful Work: Interns engage in hands-on, impactful projects that provide valuable experience across various business functions.
• Competitive Compensation: Interns receive fair and competitive pay that reflects the value of their contributions.
• Career Advancement: MGE offers a strong pathway to full-time employment, with a high rate of intern-to-employee conversion following graduation.
• Professional Exposure: Interns gain experience in a highly regulated, investor-owned, publicly traded company.

Work Schedule

• Full-time (40 hours/week) during summer: mid-May through late August.
• Hybrid work model with some remote flexibility.
• Additional part-time (15-20 hours/week) availability during fall and spring semsters based on business needs.

Applications for summer 2026 internships will be reviewed on a rolling basis.