STUDENT INTERN - FINANCE (INTERNAL CONTROLS)

Basin Electric Power Cooperative; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Basin Electric Power Cooperative in Bismarck, ND is seeking a STUDENT INTERN - FINANCE (INTERNAL CONTROLS) for the summer 2027 period. The role offers hands-on experience supporting SEC filings and financial reporting across departments, reporting to the Director of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a 4-year accounting/finance program with at least two years completed and a minimum GPA of 2.5.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year Accounting, Business, or Finance related program with at least 2 years completed or recent graduate (within the past 12 months).
• Transcript required at time of application. If transcript is not attached at time of application, your application will not be reviewed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and submission of SEC filings, including quarterly and annual reports.
• Conduct research and analysis to support the disclosure of financial information.
• Provide strategic recommendations on financial reporting and compliance.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather and verify financial data.
• Ensure all financial disclosures meet SEC requirements and standards.
• Support the Financial Services team in various projects and tasks as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical thinking

Organization

Team collaboration

Initiative

Confidentiality

Education

Enrollment in a 4-year Accounting/Business/Finance program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Job Title: STUDENT INTERN - FINANCE (INTERNAL CONTROLS)

Posting Start Date: 9/14/26

POSITION PURPOSE

This position is located at our Headquarters building in Bismarck, ND.
This position is for the summer months of 2027 (approximately May 17, 2027 through August 20, 2027).

This position provides temporary, project-based assistance in a variety of departments across the Cooperative and its subsidiaries. It is designed to offer real-world experience to students pursuing degrees aligned with business, engineering, technology, trades, science, and administrative fields. The incumbent will gain exposure to Cooperative operations and practices while supporting teams with hands-on tasks and assignments appropriate to their field of study.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist in the preparation and submission of SEC filings, including quarterly and annual reports.
• Conduct research and analysis to support the disclosure of financial information.
• Provide strategic recommendations on financial reporting and compliance.
• Collaborate with various departments to gather and verify financial data.
• Ensure all financial disclosures meet SEC requirements and standards.
• Support the Financial Services team in various projects and tasks as needed.
• Work with the Director of SEC Reporting & Internal Controls and staff members of Financial Reporting & General Accounting area to enhance SEC filings.
• Follow safety, security, and procedural guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be enrolled as a full-time student in a four-year Accounting, Business, or Finance related program with at least 2 years completed or recent graduate (within the past 12 months).
• Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
• Transcript required at time of application. If your transcript is not attached at time of application, your application will not be reviewed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous internship or relevant work experience.
• Additional certifications or coursework in field of study.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position and to move about the office building, occasional reaching below and above shoulder level, constant use of keyboard/computer and other office productivity machinery, bending, kneeling, lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds, and pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds. It also requires finger dexterity and hand coordination.

KEY SKILLS

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Research and analytical thinking.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Team collaboration.
• Initiative and adaptability.
• Confidentiality and professionalism.

Wage: $23.50/hour

Basin Electric wants all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. If you are an applicant with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, or who needs other assistance or accommodations, please contact us at 701-223-0441. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed or provide your contact information, and a Basin Electric Human Resources representative will contact you.

Basin Electric is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veterans status.