Careers

Connexus Energy has a collaborative work culture with challenging and rewarding work that provides for professional development and work-life balance in a highly technical, stable and innovative industry. We are a cooperative by definition and practice, focused on achieving our goal of providing the highest quality service at the lowest possible price.

Meaningful work

Today’s world depends on electricity. Our members count on us to keep their businesses and households running with the electricity their lives require. Be a part of the team that keeps the lights (and much more!) on for over 146,000 residential and commercial members.

Good people

Work at Connexus centers around our members. Safety always, service driven, collaborative, empowered, innovative, integrity and respect all; these core values make us uniquely Connexus Energy. At Connexus, you will have a chance to work with friendly and talented co-workers who live our values every day.

Service based culture

Our employees are engaged in a meaningful mission at a company that respects the individual and provides continual developmental opportunities. More than 80% of our employees recommend Connexus as a great place to work!

Why do you like working at Connexus?

Our average employee tenure is 11 years, which is above the national average. Why do our employees stay so long? We asked our employees this question and are happy to share their responses with you! See our employees' work experience testimonials below.

To achieve our mission, we need to hire and retain the industry’s top talent. We offer competitive pay and some of the industry’s top benefits, as well as incentives and recognition, training and development opportunities, and a satisfying work environment.

Our benefits include:

• Company-wide annual incentive plan
• Medical and dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• 401(k) plan with a generous company contribution
• Company paid basic life insurance and Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness program with financial rewards
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid work arrangements available for some positions

At Connexus Energy, we understand the importance of a healthy, balanced life for our employees. We’ve created a benefits package with a variety of options to help you achieve this, while at the same time keeping premiums affordable.

Please note: Most benefits are available to full-time employees only. Connexus Energy reserves the right to amend or terminate our benefit programs at any time.

Important benefits-related documents

• Your Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills
• Transparency in Coverage—Medica

The collaboration and teamwork within and across departments fosters a supportive work environment and helps ensure success.
-Sara

The people I work with are top-notch. I start every day looking forward to working with talented professionals who respect one another and who become like family. Everyone works to make sure we are taking care of our members and of each other.
-Angel

At Connexus I have the ability to grow through the many training programs and professional development opportunities offered, and by being able to learn things beyond my job title. Leadership encourages out of the box thinking and supports my desire to try new things.
-Raquel

At Connexus Energy the work-life balance is managed well, something I haven't experienced at other companies.  It is nice to be a part of a welcoming, hardworking, caring, and dedicated team of co-workers.
-Zach

Connexus Energy is not just a workplace, but a community with a great mission and a wide range of year-round activities including volunteer opportunities, employee tournaments, educational and family programs, and other fun events.
-Tony

I love that there is a lot of trust between leaders and employees. We are treated like adults and all employees are helpful, kind, and caring toward one another.
-Heidi

Day-to-day work is engaging, and everything we do is rooted in providing excellent service to our member-owners and their communities.
-Tessa

Being a part of Connexus Energy means working on cutting-edge projects that contribute to the future of energy. Employees have the opportunity to engage with innovative technologies and sustainable practices, making a positive impact on the community and the environment.
-Bill

Learning experiences for college students
 
Connexus interns spend their breaks from their college studies working alongside and learning from Connexus employees. Our interns are paid, assigned specific responsibilities and leave with real work experience for completing their education and entering the workforce.
 
Internship opportunities can include:

• Distribution Engineering
• Distribution Design
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Power Supply & Business Development
• Member Services
• Business Applications & Data Services
• Technology Services

Our interns learn about the different ways electricity is produced through offsite tours. They also work together on a cross-departmental research project.

 
Contact Employee Services to inquire about internship opportunities for your field of study.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Connexus Energy's Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Program are based upon our understanding of the intent and application of existing laws; and the conviction that equal employment opportunity and affirmative action is a good business practice.

As part of our affirmative action effort, Connexus Energy offers its employees and/or applicants the opportunity to self-identify race and sex, as an individual with a disability, or a protected veteran. This information assists Connexus Energy in meeting its affirmative action goals. Disclosure or failure to disclose will not adversely affect employees or applicants.

Pursuant to our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Connexus Energy bases all employment-related decisions on principles of equal employment opportunity. Connexus Energy will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, status as a protected veteran or any other protected class as required by federal or Minnesota state law. This policy shall apply to all employment actions; including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

We periodically review this policy to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Individuals who feel they have not received equitable treatment in accordance with this policy should inform the Vice President of Human Resources or the Manager of Human Resources.