"I work in the Communications department, providing support in a variety of ways. I primarily help Internal Communications by researching and writing News Transmission articles. I've also worked with External Communications to write press releases and help organize our involvement in Thunder Over Louisville, the Kentucky Derby Marathon"
Lauren Shemwell, Communications Intern, Bellarmine University communications major

"I work in the Corporate Human Resources Department. The majority of my tasks center on staffing, such as calling candidates to set up interviews, making interview packets and schedules. I also post positions on external and internal websites and do query reports, termination notices and requisitions."
Brooke Hartlage, HR Intern, Bellarmine University business and psychology major

"I work in the Energy Marketing Accounting department and my main job is to complete settlement and resettlement statements to reconcile our numbers with MISO's numbers. I also do balance sheet reconciliations once a month, as well as MAN financials daily to prepare either disbursements to be sent to accounts payable or credit slips."
Megan Kuhl, Energy Marketing Accounting Intern, University of Louisville accounting major

"I chose LG&E and KU because it does well for the community and is a well-established company. And a large corporate environment can better prepare you for the future than a smaller company. I also wanted to work for a company that is involved in the community."
Brooke Hartlage, HR Intern, Bellarmine University business and psychology major

"I wanted to work for a growing corporation that was well-known and where I would have an opportunity to possibly retain a job after graduation. This company provides these opportunities."
Megan Kuhl, Energy Marketing Accounting Intern, University of Louisville accounting major

"The internship offered competitive pay, flexible working hours to fit my school schedule and valuable work experience to prepare me for a career in accounting."
Rebecca Carrico, Accounting Analyst III

"Working here has definitely met my expectations. I am very pleased with the accounting experience I am gaining as well as the industry knowledge, which I find fascinating."
Megan Kuhl, Energy Marketing Accounting Intern, University of Louisville accounting major

"My internship has exceeded my expectations. I have learned about the many different areas of accounting and have a grasp of accounting for a company compared to auditing a company. I have worked with great people and managers willing to go the extra mile to answer my questions."
Katie Hunter, Financial Accounting and Reporting Intern, University of Kentucky accounting major

"Not only have I gained writing experience, but I have also seen many different sides to public relations, and I have learned to work in a corporate environment."
Lauren Shemwell, Communications Intern, Bellarmine University communications major

"This experience has shown me how accounting comes into play in the 'real world,' so to speak, instead of just the textbook knowledge I have learned. I am learning skills applicable to all accounting jobs, including balance-sheet reconciliations. I am also gaining insight into the accounting environment, how to handle situations in a professional manner, the feel of a typical workday, etc."
Megan Kuhl, Energy Marketing Accounting Intern, University of Louisville accounting major

"I would recommend it for a number of reasons. My co-workers welcomed me and gave me a variety of assignments."
Lauren Shemwell, Communications Intern, Bellarmine University communications major

"Most definitely. I love what I do, who I work with and the pay is great. Working here has added to my classroom learning to better prepare me for the future."
Brooke Hartlage, HR Intern, Bellarmine University business and psychology major

"I actually did, because I enjoyed what I was doing and thought my classmate would also."
Brian Goss, Energy Marketing Accounting Intern, University of Louisville accounting major

"The people here are great to work with. The company offers many opportunities for advancement."
Rebecca Carrico, Accounting Analyst III

"I would recommend working here because it is simply a great company. The salary and benefits are competitive with other industries. In addition, there is great job security in the utility industry. People will always need power!"
Kathi Rohrer, Planning Analyst II

"Yes, I would love to work here after graduation. The company offers their employees many perks and benefits I don't believe you could find at other companies. Having worked in a smaller corporation, I know that the company is able to offer their employees more than just a work place. Also, I would like to work for a company that helps the community. They sponsor so many events and with the Power of One campaign I feel like I'm working for a company that does help."
Brooke Hartlage, HR Intern, Bellarmine University business and psychology major

"I would continue my career here after graduation. I enjoy the accounting work. I find the industry very interesting and I also like the people. I know that the company also offers very good benefits, and I would love that security to be offered in my job."
Megan Kuhl, Energy Marketing Accounting Intern, University of Louisville accounting major

"I would definitely take the full time opportunity into consideration after graduation. Some of the benefits here outweigh the benefits of working at a public accounting firm. If a full-time opportunity was available and I felt that it was the right choice for me, I would continue my career here."
Katie Hunter, Financial Accounting and Reporting Intern, University of Kentucky accounting major

"All of my experiences as an intern were very positive, so I had no hesitation beginning a full-time career with the company."
Rebecca Carrico, Accounting Analyst III

"I decided to continue my career here because the company provides great pay and benefits. Also, there are vast opportunities for growth and development within the company."
Kathi Rohrer, Planning Analyst II

"During my internship, I learned day-to-day activities performed by an accounting analyst, which were easily transferable to my current position. I worked through many different accounting issues while on special projects, which helped me to obtain a better understanding of accounting policies and procedures. I meet many people throughout the company and formed good working relationships with co-workers."
Rebecca Carrico, Accounting Analyst III

"The co-op experience allowed me to build relationships in both the IT and Energy Delivery areas. It also provided a solid foundation of skills to begin a career in IT."
Eric Schrenger, Senior Programmer/Analyst

"My experience gave me a high-level understanding of the utility industry. Comprehending how equipment and the utility market operate were great assets when interviewing for my position with the company. Also, the connections I made were excellent references."
Kathi Rohrer, Planning Analyst II