University Intern

About the role

We are seeking motivated, talented, and career-focused students to join our 2027 Hope Gas Summer Internship Program. This ten-week, hands-on learning experience provides students the opportunity to apply classroom knowledge in a professional environment while gaining valuable industry experience. Interns will work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects that directly support business operations and strategic initiatives. In addition to department-specific assignments, interns will participate in professional development activities, networking opportunities, and exposure to company leadership. Interns will contribute to meaningful projects in one of the following departments: Finance – Assist with budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting, and market analysis. Accounting – Assist with projects and gain experience in managing records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. Regulatory – Assist with projects and reporting to ensure compliance with federal and state utility regulations while supporting filings and policy initiatives. Human Resources (HR) – Gain experience in talent acquisition, total rewards, employee relations, and payroll/HRIS. Engineering – Work on infrastructure projects, system optimization, and safety compliance initiatives. Communications – Develop content, support branding efforts, and assist with internal and external communication strategies. Supply Chain – Assist with inventory management, procurement activities, vendor coordination, logistics planning, and process improvement initiatives that support operational efficiency. Environmental/GIS – Support environmental compliance, data collection and analysis, mapping projects, geographic information systems (GIS) applications, and sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department teams to work on impactful projects.
• Conduct research, analyze data, and present findings.
• Participate in professional development workshops and networking events.
• Engage in cross-functional learning opportunities with interns from other departments.
• Support day-to-day operational tasks and contribute innovative ideas.
• Responsible for end of program capstone project.
• Serve as an Individual Contributor without supervisory responsibilities.
• Support and contribute towards team goals and objectives.

Requirements

Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in a related field. Prior internship or work experience is not required; however, relevant coursework, student projects, or campus involvement will be considered a plus.

The ideal candidate must be able to complete the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation: remain stationary for extended periods, occasionally alternating between sitting, standing, walking, crouching, and kneeling as required to perform job responsibilities; lift, push, and/or pull up to 25 lbs. occasionally; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery as necessary; communicate with others to accurately exchange information and ideas; hear sufficiently to allow general and phone communications; visual acuity to read standard text on screens and documents, observe surroundings, recognize hazards, and perform tasks safely; observe details at close range; problem solve, prioritize tasks, and interpret and understand written documents.

This is a full-time non-exempt hourly position. This is a temporary position. Minimum travel for work-related purposes is expected at approximately 10%, which includes visits to locations and industry events.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ability to quickly learn new software.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply information relevant to assigned projects.
• Minimum sophomore standing by Summer 2027.
• Rising juniors preferred.
• Ability to work onsite at one of our West Virginia locations for the duration of the program.