NiSource Referral Bonus Program

NiSource, a leading utility company, values talent acquisition through employee referrals. To encourage and reward successful referrals, NiSource offers a structured referral bonus program. Below is a detailed breakdown of the referral bonus structure, with a focus on tech and product roles, as well as a brief mention of other roles.

Referral Bonus Structure

Tech and Product Roles

NiSource places a high priority on recruiting top talent for its tech and product teams. As such, referral bonuses for these roles are competitive:

• Software Engineer: $5,000
• Product Manager: $4,500
• Data Scientist: $5,500
• UX/UI Designer: $4,000
• DevOps Engineer: $5,000
• Quality Assurance Analyst: $3,500

The bonuses for these roles reflect the critical need for skilled professionals who can drive innovation and efficiency in NiSource's projects and services.

Other Roles

While tech and product roles have higher bonuses, NiSource also values referrals for other positions:

• Customer Service Representative: $1,500
• Operations Manager: $2,500
• Finance Analyst: $3,000
• HR Specialist: $2,000

Eligibility and Payment

• Eligibility: All full-time employees, except those in HR or recruiting roles, are eligible to participate in the referral program.
• Bonus Payment: The referral bonus is paid out in two installments. The first 50% is paid after the new hire completes their first 90 days, and the remaining 50% is paid after six months of employment.
• Referral Process: Employees must submit referrals through the official NiSource referral portal. The referred candidate must list the referring employee's name on their application.

Terms and Conditions

• The referred candidate must be hired for a full-time position.