Intern IT- Quality Engineering Center for Enablement (QEC4E) PMO

**Job Summary**

NiSource is currently seeking Summer IT Interns in Columbus, OH and Merrillville, IN locations. Successful applicants will become integral members of the department while learning within a team environment, completing meaningful tasks and collaborating with team members and leaders on important projects. These positions will be a great opportunity for the candidate desiring to launch their career in the IT field. Successful applicants will build professional relationships with other interns and all levels of NiSource personnel while participating in rewarding professional development exercises and fun, team-building activities. Interns will obtain a broad overview of NiSource's operations and current events in the utilities industry.

This position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring on-site presence three days per week and remote work two days per week.

**Essential Functions**

+ Quality Engineering Center for Enablement (QEC4E) PMOSupporting enterprise quality engineering initiatives focused on test automation, Performance Testing, QAQE methodology, and tooling optimization. The intern will assist with Tricentis qTest and Tosca implementation and operations efforts, contribute to automated health check development, and gain exposure to strategic QA practices across the organization.

+ Business Analytics• The Business Analytics Intern will leverage their skillset in areas such as data discovery, modeling and visualizing results to identify and discover patterns throughout the business. Through collaboration with business units, this professional will be capable of acquiring, cleansing and structuring data from multiple sources to deliver key analytics-based insight to drive business decisions.

**Required Qualifications For Position**

+ Acquiring a degree in data science, computer science, engineering, statistics, mathematics, MIS, programing, project management

+ GPA of 3.0 or higher

+ Have completed at least one year of undergraduate study

+ Keen attention to detail and a quality focused mindset

+ Strong oral and written communication skills

+ Self-discipline for planning and organizing tasks

+ Passionate about data

+ History of being able to learn new technology quickly

+ Solid skills in utilizing computers, operating systems, mobile devices and software (MS Office Suite, MS Project, and other IT applications).

+ Excellent analytical abilities, including process analysis and development, problem-solving and root-cause analysis.

+ Ability to work 40 hours per week

+ Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship

**Physical Demands**

+ The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

_As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations._

**Work Authorization**

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

**Workplace Connection**

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

**Equal Employment Opportunity**

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

**By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.**

**ADA Accommodations**

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at or

**Safety Statement**

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

**E-Verify**

NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:

+ **E-Verify Poster** (English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish (

+ **Right to Work Poster** (English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away (

**Salary Range

$19.80 - $33.00

**_*The salary offered to a candidate is_** **_based on several factors including_** **_but not limited to_** **_the_** **_candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience_** **_, as well as internal pay equity_** **_._**

**Posting Start Date:**

2025-08-29

**Posting End Date (if applicable):**

2025-10-03

**Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**

At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.

We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.