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IT Intern - Database Administrator

Madison Gas and Electric
Madison, WI Intern
POSTED ON 12/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/18/2026

Job Details

Position Purpose

The IT Intern - Database Administrator will directly support the IT department within the DBA team engagements. This internship supports department projects and day-to-day operations while building foundational knowledge and professional skills.
Core Responsibilities
  • Understand and engage with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) with Oracle and Microsoft SQL Servers.
  • Review and design documentation to support DBA team engagement with application and business teams.
  • Learn and execute tasks to assess, maintain and support databases such as patches, monitoring and tuning activities.
  • Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings.
  • Support team members in executing department initiatives and daily operations.
  • Complete assigned project work with accuracy, attention to detail, and follow-through.
  • Present project findings or deliverables at the end of the internship period.
Behavioral Competencies
  • Communicates Effectively - Shares information clearly and concisely; listens and responds appropriately.
  • Collaborates - Works effectively with others to achieve common goals.
  • Action Oriented - Takes on new opportunities and challenges with enthusiasm.
  • Nimble Learning - Actively learns through experimentation and feedback.
  • Situational Adaptability - Adjusts approach to match changing conditions or priorities.
Skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong business acumen, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
  • Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
Education
  • High school degree or equivalent.
  • Must be enrolled in an accredited university or college program, preferred area of studies around Information Technology or Computer Science.
Benefits of an Internship with MGE
  • Convenient Location: MGE is a local employer with easy access via bike paths and public transportation. Free on-site parking is also available.
  • Meaningful Work: Interns engage in hands-on, impactful projects that provide valuable experience across various business functions.
  • Competitive Compensation: Interns receive fair and competitive pay that reflects the value of their contributions.
  • Career Advancement: MGE offers a strong pathway to full-time employment, with a high rate of intern-to-employee conversion following graduation.
Work Schedule
  • Full-time (40 hours/week) during summer: mid-May through late August.
  • Hybrid work model with remote flexibility.
  • Additional part-time (15-20 hours/week) availability during fall and spring semesters based on business needs.
Applications for summer 2026 internships will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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