Job Description

Internship - Accounting

$20.50 per hour | In Person reporting to Duluth, MN

ALLETE is a values driven energy company advancing a sustainable future through its nationwide family of clean energy businesses and regulated utilities, all grounded in a culture of integrity, safety, people, and the planet. Across the organization, teams contribute to meaningful work that supports reliable energy, innovative infrastructure, and a long term commitment to sustainability in action.

What you'll do

• Gain valuable real-world experience by working alongside ALLETE accounting professionals across multiple disciplines, expanding your network and understanding of the field.
• Explore a variety of accounting functions through project-based assignments, including financial statement preparation and reporting, general accounting, accounts payable, budgeting, property accounting, and cash reporting, while developing skills that support future career growth.

What you'll bring

• Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in accounting with an expected graduation date between December 2027 to June 2028

How to stand out

• Have basic computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite Skills (i.e. Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Have the ability to work with a variety of people in changing situations

Details & Duration of Internship

• This internship will be reporting in person to Duluth, MN
• This role is expected to begin January 2027.
• This internship will be part-time during the academic year (10-20 hours per week) and full-time during the summer. Based on business needs and the intern’s availability, the internship may be extended on a part-time basis through graduation.
• ALLETE will comply with college requirements.
• Hours and duration are subject to change based on company needs.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected hourly compensation for this position is $20.50.

• Retirement Benefits
• Medical
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Community Engagement, and more.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States for the duration of the internship. Candidates should be prepared to provide documentation of employment authorization as required by law. International students who have appropriate U.S. employment authorization, including CPT or OPT where applicable, are welcome to apply.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business need without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other status otherwise protected by law.

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-3921.

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