We are seeking applications for our Energy Risk Management internship at our Headquarters facility in Springfield, Missouri. This is a paid internship available during the 2025-2026 school year, with the opportunity to extend through the summer and potentially year-round. Normal working days are Monday through Friday. You could also potentially receive course credit while working at AECI!  Contact your school’s career center for more information.

Qualified applicants must be currently enrolled in a Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering or other related curriculum and have successfully completed two (2) years of work towards a bachelor’s degree.

As an Energy Risk Management student intern projects will likely include the following:

• Assist with verifying all energy transactions (Power, Gas, Diesel, Emissions, Renewable Energy) executed by Power Marketing are captured in the appropriate risk system accurately valued to measure Mark-to-Mark valuations and credit exposures.
• Assist with monitoring counterparty credit risk and reviewing changes in counterparty financial strength and creditworthiness.
• Assist with preparation for monthly Energy Risk Management Committee meetings.
• Provide assistance with documentation of Power Marketing desk procedures.
• Monitor and report compliance with the Energy Risk Policy.
• Design, track, and develop new reports for Energy Risk Management functions including tracking effectiveness of new hedging & trading strategies.
• Support the Energy Risk Management department by performing research and examining trends, and analyzing events such as (weather, maintenance outages etc.)

About Associated Electric Co-op, Inc.

As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid leave for family planning (including adoption), paid disability leave and other benefits. We support employees in their journey to physical, financial, emotional and social well-being and we encourage employees to enjoy time away with Paid Time Off, paid holidays and volunteerism in community events. Associated’s culture includes workforce flexibility options with opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement and development planning resources. Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact!

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