Central Analytics Intern (Data Analytics, Decision Science/Statistics, Mathematics, Finance Majors)

Description

Closes: December 6, 2026

Job DescriptionAvista is an energy company involved in the production, transmission, and distribution of energy as well as other energy-related businesses located in Spokane, Washington. Its service territory covers 30,000 square miles in eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and parts of southern and eastern Oregon.

Join our Central Analytics and Enterprise Asset Management team for a summer internship focused on turning data into meaningful insights and supporting how Avista manages its assets and operations. You’ll gain hands-on experience working on real business initiatives involving analytics, reporting, data governance, process improvement, and project support, while building practical skills and learning how data supports decision-making across a utility.

Avista Student Development Program - Internship Details

Our Student Development Program gives students the opportunity to work in and with several different departments within Avista. Students will be assigned a formal mentor, participate in learning sessions about various parts of Avista, and join tours to Avista facilities, including some of our hydroelectric dams. Our goal is to help students learn as much as possible about the utility industry while gaining practical experience. As a Central Analytics Intern, you'll get the chance to work on:

• Collect, organize, analyze, and document business data

• Support dashboards, reports, and other data visualization efforts

• Assist with data governance and data quality initiatives

• Identify opportunities to improve reporting and business processes

• Support Enterprise Asset Management projects and initiatives

• Help develop documentation, procedures, and process improvements

• Collaborate with business partners across the organization

• Gain exposure to utility operations and how data informs business decisions

• Build experience with analytics, reporting tools, project coordination, and process improvement

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full-time for the 2027-2028 academic year at a college or university earning a bachelor's degree or post graduate degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Decision Science/Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Finance or another related field.

• Preferred coursework or experience in:

• Power BI and Power Query

• Databricks

• SQL

• Financial Modeling

• Machine Learning

• Statistical Modeling

• AI Agent Creation

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional team environment.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

This internship requires an on-site presence at our Spokane, Washington headquarters.

Student Specialist Tech-1 (Freshman), Starting Salary: $19.51 per hour Student Specialist Tech-2 (Sophomore), Starting Salary: $21.46 per hourStudent Specialist Tech-3 (Junior), Starting Salary: $23.60 per hourStudent Specialist Tech-4 (Senior), Starting Salary: $25.96 per hourStudent Specialist Tech (Graduate Student), Starting Salary: $32.13 per hour

To Apply We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume , cover letter , and unofficial transcript to your profile. In your cover letter, share what interests you about the utility industry and/or Avista. We encourage you to discuss the experiences, interest, goals, and personal qualities that make you a strong candidate for the Student Development Program.

All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".

Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match

• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions

• Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation

• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind

• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health

• Education and development support including tuition assistance

• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact

• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $19.51 to $32.13 per hour. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to [email protected].

Pre-employment screening requirements Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) . Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at [email protected] if you would like assistance.

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