Duquesne Light Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Remote
2021-10-29

Intern

3.7
Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

  • Assists Duquesne Light’s Internal Audit and Risk Departments by carrying out various administrative tasks/responsibilities associated with the execution of internal audits and risk related activities across all Duquesne Light business units.

  • Audit/IT Audit - This position may involve the performance of audit related procedures and testing where deemed appropriate. Duties could include: testing internal controls, documenting results of testing and communicating conclusions, and working with departments to document processes and internal controls. The intern could assist with all aspects of an audit including: planning and risk assessment, audit test work, documentation and audit wrap up.

  • Risk - Assist with research on the evolution of the Enterprise Risk Management function including identification of Key Risk Indicators (KRI), documenting Risk Appetite Statements, and defining Risk Tolerance.

  • Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills:

  • Strong analytical and technical skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
  • Desire to learn, analyze and apply new information
  • Strong work ethic
  • Substantial experience with Excel and PowerPoint
  • Adaptable to changing priorities and pivoting quickly to focus on new initiatives

Education Requirements
Finance, Economics, Accounting, with 3.0 or better GPA. Can be undergrad or MBA

Office Environment:
Work will be conducted in a hybrid environment with some time working remotely, and some time required to be in-office/on-site. Candidates must be within close proximity to Pittsburgh.
Other:
Applicants must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and social media screen.
I would still highlight this when talking to candidates so that there is never any confusion or claim of not knowing.
Duquesne Light Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light's commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.