Office of Continuous Improvement Internship - Las Vegas

About the position

We are looking for interns to join our Office of Continuous Improvement & Optimization team for a 10-week period lasting from early June to mid August. The internship requires 40 hours of work per week with some options to work from home on specific days. Hours will typically range from 7am – 3:30pm. The ideal candidate will have an interest in business optimization, continuous improvement, process efficiency, and using data and technology to solve real-world business problems. This internship is well suited for students who are curious about how organizations improve performance, reduce waste, and align strategy across business units, while gaining hands-on experience with modern business tools. We are interested in students who have excellent analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, along with a strong desire to learn and apply new concepts (Lean methodologies). The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, initiative, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Our paid internship provides an amazing opportunity for students to gain practical experience and train with professionals with dozens of years of experience in the utility industry.

Responsibilities

  • Support continuous improvement and business optimization initiatives across the organization
  • Assist in the development and enhancement of Microsoft Power Platform solutions, including Power BI dashboards, Power Apps, SharePoint Lists, and Power Automate workflows
  • Help collect, analyze, and organize data to support process improvement and decision-making
  • Assist with preparation, documentation, and follow-up for Lean workshops, strategy sessions, and cross-functional meetings
  • Contribute to visual management tools, process documentation, and improvement tracking efforts
  • Collaborate with OCIO team members and business partners to support active optimization projects

Requirements

  • Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
  • Strong interest in continuous improvement, business optimization, and process improvement
  • Familiarity with Microsoft tools (Excel, Power BI, Power Apps, SharePoint, or Power Automate) is a plus
  • Ability to analyze information, communicate clearly, and work effectively with diverse teams
  • Excellent relationship-building skills
  • Excellent communication skills
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