Artificial Intelligence Intern

CMPL & SYS Integrity Engineer Intern

Brooklinn, a student at Montana Tech studying Electrical Engineering, has discovered a strong passion for learning through her internship at NorthWestern Energy. This summer, she has contributed to projects involving Maximum Allowable Operating Pressure Reconfirmation (MAOPR) and has written scopes for PFLs. In addition, she has participated in running pipeline inspection gauges (PIG’s), patrolling, and building rectifiers for pipeline systems. Brooklinn has thoroughly enjoyed her experience and hopes to turn this internship into a lifelong career with NorthWestern Energy.

HR AI Learning and Development Intern

Christine, a graduate student at Utah State University’s School of Graduate Studies, is currently pursuing a degree in Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences—and she stays incredibly busy. As a student, part-time worker, intern, and mom, she doesn’t have much time to herself, but when she does, she enjoys attending church and gardening. At NorthWestern Energy, Christine is working on mapping out a Generative AI Literacy program, collaborating on the design and execution of a one-day AI Bootcamp, and developing a training module focused on the company’s AI policy.

Baccus Institute Climate Scholar

As a law student at the University of Montana, Clint is dedicated to both his studies and his internship with NorthWestern Energy. He was drawn to the company not only for the valuable experience it offers, but also because it holds personal significance. His parents, sister, and uncle have all worked for NorthWestern at some point. Clint focuses primarily on researching relevant laws to support the legal team with reliable information, particularly on matters related to the environment. Outside of work and school, he enjoys filmmaking, watching TV and movies, fishing, four-wheeling, collecting action figures, and playing board and card games.

DSM Intern

GTS Compliance and System Integrity Intern

Hannah, an Electrical Engineering student at Montana Tech, has found her internship with NorthWestern Energy to be a strong fit for both her skills and interests. Over the summer, she has contributed by writing MAOPR project scopes, supporting the Gas Transmission & Storage (GTS) department, and participating in fieldwork such as line patrol and PIG operations. In addition to the technical experience, Hannah has enjoyed getting to know her fellow employees with a GTS group float trip, which she describes as one of the most fun things she’s done with the company this far.

Construction Engineer Intern

As someone who values community and connection, Carinna has found her internship with NorthWestern Energy to be an incredible opportunity, especially because it allows her to work close to home. One of her favorite parts of the experience has been planning volunteer events and getting to know employees across the company. Carinna is currently studying Electrical Engineering at Montana Tech and looks forward to building a career where she can continue combining technical work with meaningful community involvement.

Construction Engineer Intern

Jackson is studying Electrical Engineering at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and has loved getting real-world experience through his internship at NorthWestern Energy. He’s enjoyed putting his classroom knowledge to use and has picked up new skills he never expected to need as an engineer. The hands-on work and supportive team have made the experience especially meaningful. Outside of work, Jackson is a big Nebraska sports fan, enjoys lifting weights, and likes to watch movies. He’s excited to keep learning and growing as he prepares for a future in engineering.

Grid Ops Engineer Intern

Kennedy, a senior Mechanical Engineering student at Montana Tech, is a returning intern with NorthWestern Energy. Her main responsibilities include running Next Day Studies to ensure system reliability and contributing to projects that improve transmission system operations. One of her favorite experiences this summer was watching utility poles being set by helicopter. She found it both exciting and educational, offering a unique perspective on how field operations and engineering come together in real time. Along with that experience, Kennedy enjoys learning new things at work, and loves the endless opportunities her job provides.

Facilities Project Manager Intern

Throughout the summer, Maiya has been busy updating facility asset records across Montana, South Dakota, and Nebraska. She also supports space management in ESRI Indoors and drafts floor plans using CAD for facilities in Montana. One of her favorite aspects of the internship has been the opportunity to travel, allowing her to explore new places while contributing to important projects. Outside of work, Maiya stays just as active. She’s a member of the dance team at Montana State University, where she studies Mechanical Engineering. This summer, she’s also enjoyed hiking and spending time at the lake, making the most of the warm weather.

Multi-Media Content Development Intern

Natalie has taken on a variety of tasks this summer, but her favorite has been interviewing employees for Bright Magazine and helping with the company’s bill inserts. She especially enjoys traveling to different departments for interviews, as it gives her the chance to learn about the company from many unique perspectives. In addition to writing, Natalie spends much of her day uploading and organizing photos in Lytho, a platform used across the company to manage visual content. This fall, she’ll return to the University of Montana in Missoula, where she studies Communications.

System Controls/Planning Intern

Over the course of the summer, Nick has found that his favorite part of the internship is working on larger, more complex projects that allow him to apply a broad range of software engineering principles in practical ways. He values the hands-on experience with software development and enjoys the fun, supportive atmosphere within NorthWestern Energy’s Gas Transmission team, where collaboration and creativity are encouraged. Outside of work, Nick is focused on earning his Software Engineering degree at Montana Tech, which he hopes will prepare him well for a successful future career in the field.

Pipeline Compliance Engineer Intern

This summer at NorthWestern Energy, Soniya is working on several data-focused projects for Gas Operations, including valve sectionalizing, ditch card database updates, and translating compliance documents for Energy West. Her role involves data organization, validation, mapping in Tableau, and gaining hands-on experience with PCS and Excel, all while learning more about the energy sector. As a Data Analytics student at Dakota State University, Soniya was drawn to NorthWestern Energy because of its strong commitment to the communities it serves. She appreciates that the focus isn’t just on business growth, but also on making a real impact.

Safety Intern

Tucker, a Butte native and Occupational Safety & Health student at Montana Tech, is spending his summer with the safety department at NorthWestern Energy. His main project involves conducting noise surveys, and his daily tasks include managing incident reports and uploading them to SharePoint. Tucker also formats the Drug & Alcohol Standard and handles eScreens for new hires. His favorite part of the internship is working with a variety of teams, especially the West Line crew. Outside of work, he enjoys fishing and hitting the lakes in summer and snowboarding during the winter.