About CORE

CORE Electric Cooperative is the largest member-owned electric distribution cooperative in Colorado dedicated to providing reliable, affordable, clean, and safe electric service to our communities. With a commitment to innovation and member satisfaction, we strive to meet the evolving needs of our members while maintaining the highest standards of service excellence.

Job Summary

CORE Electric Cooperative is looking for a Business and Community Development Intern to join the Business Development team. Reporting to the Director of Business Development at our Sedalia office, the intern will support the team by compiling and analyzing data, tracking information, and assisting the company and its members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with event coordination, research, data entry, recording and maintaining
• accurate and complete data.
• Work with CORE's NISC/Salesforce software.
• Collaborate with other members of the team to represent CORE by participating
• in community events on weekdays, weekends, and evenings.
• Manage sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity.
• The individual should be prepared to take on additional tasks or projects to gain
• knowledge about business development and external outreach.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• Candidates must be recent graduates or current students enrolled in college, majoring in business or public administration, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

• Experience in public affairs, community outreach, or volunteerism is preferred.
• Representing the school to potential students or businesses will suffice.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Able to use appropriate diplomacy and tact with employees, members, customers, and other contacts.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

• Preference will be given to junior or senior college students who meet these

Note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Application Timeline

The application deadline for this job is estimated to be 5/1/2026. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs, the availability of qualified candidates, and whether the role is filled or not. We encourage qualified candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on opportunities.

CORE offers a comprehensive benefits package including the following...

• 9/80 work schedule: Every other Friday off!
• Nine paid holidays per year
• 160 hours of accruable PTO per year
• Paid parental leave (80 hours)
• Education and training reimbursement
• Volunteer paid time off
• 100% Cooperative paid benefits, including:
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Short term & Long-term disability
  • Employee assistance program
  • Life insurance
  • HSA employer contribution: $900 for employee only, $1, 800 for employee + dependents
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match up to 4%. Immediately 100% vested
• Length of service program
• Free onsite EV charging stations (at certain locations)
• Onsite micro market (at certain locations)
• Onsite gym with golf simulator and massage chairs (at certain locations)

CORE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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• Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

• We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with federal law. If you need assistance, please reach out to us at hr@core.coop