Business Strategy Analyst jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

The Business Strategy intern position will be supporting ITC Midwest’s strategic growth during the course of their program. The position will be engaging and dynamic affording the intern a close view of how our business unit strategies are developed and enacted. Also provides an education on energy policy, communication, and collaborative relationship management. Areas of focus for this role will be:

• Support activities, events, and strategies toward execution of business unit goals:
  • Assist in the development of messaging plans, creating communications materials, and implementing communications plans and tactics
  • Creation and execution of public strategies and community support efforts related to major company investments and infrastructure projects
  • Support local, state, and federal governmental and community outreach activities including, but not limited to stakeholder visits, charitable giving plans, and community events
  • Support and participate in outreach to utility and retail customers, as well as other stakeholders to share company information and updates
• Participate in the planning and execution of local employee events and gatherings
• Research, analysis, and preparation of reports and presentations related to execution of business unit strategies
• Attends hearing and open meetings to garner information and intelligence on the energy landscape

The candidate will have opportunities in various areas of focus while helping shape ITC Midwest’s external environment:

• Regulatory
• Legislative
• Local Governments
• Non-Profit Collaboration
• Customers and other key stakeholders

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel to locations in Iowa as needed.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite of projects.
• Political science, Engineering, Economics or Business degree track at a 4 year university.
• Ability to take direction and action quickly.
• Ability to work both independently but also with teams.
• Ability to demonstrate and excel in Quality, Innovation, Performance, Collaboration, Courage and Integrity in a cross-matrix team environment.
• This program is a 12 week program during the summer, with 40 hour work weeks.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.