Human Resources Internship (Summer 2025)

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

We are seeking a student or recent graduate who is eager to learn, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently. You will support and assist with projects in our Human Resources Department. These projects are designed to enhance your communication and teamwork skills, as you will be collaborating with individuals across all functions in our organization. You will work alongside professionals in your field, gaining in-depth knowledge about the energy industry and your chosen field of expertise. You will apply what you have learned in school to impactful projects within a publicly traded, multi-state utility and energy company. Learn more about our internship program here: https://careers.blackhillsenergy.com/students

Pay Range: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Reporting Relationship: HR Supervisor

Location: Our corporate headquarters in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Relocation Assistance: Relocation allowance of $1,000 provided to assist with moving.

Essential Functions:

• Perform a wide range of Human Resources related tasks across the Talent Acquisition and Organizational Development functions of the department.
• Assist with Organizational Development related tasks such as employee engagement activities, scheduling department programs, data analytics, focus groups, employee communications, support facilitation, etc.
• Assist with recruitment related tasks such as screening resumes, scheduling interviews, verifying education for background checks, sourcing candidates, posting jobs, reviewing job descriptions, etc.
• Enter information into Human Resources data systems.
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources team.
• Prepare and present a synopsis of experience with the Company at the end of the internship to leadership.
• Assist in planning logistics and execution of engagement programs and activities.
• Performs other human resources related duties, as needed.
• Lead special projects as requested.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Other duties as assigned.

What Is Required:

• Must be actively enrolled in an educational program related to Human Resources or a related field and have completed a minimum of 2 years towards a respective degree. If you are a recent graduate, you must be within 1 year of your graduation date.
• No experience required. Training provided.

What Is Desired:

• Basic knowledge of human resources and related employment laws and regulations.
• Basic knowledge of organization development principles and practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare and give presentations.
• Excellent attention to detail required.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate with employees and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of business, employee and applicant information.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.