2027 Spring Co-op - Strategic Insights Analyst

Midcontinent-Independent-System; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 143,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site in Carmel, IN

Remote extension potential

Job summary

MISO in Carmel, IN offers a Spring 2027 Co-op: Strategic Insights Analyst. Join to perform high‑impact analytics on load forecasts, market dynamics, and long‑term reliability with dashboards and cross‑team initiatives.

You’ll be mentored and present findings to department leaders. We seek students in Economics, Engineering, Data Science, Public Policy, or related fields with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Power BI, VS Code, and GitHub.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Economics, Engineering, Data Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Strong critical thinking, research ability, and an interest in strategy, policy, market dynamics, or risk assessment.
• Proficient in Visual Studio Code, GitHub, Power BI, PowerPoint, and commonly used analytical tools.
• Demonstrate curiosity, eagerness to learn, and strong collaboration—key values for this team.
• Able to work with real-world datasets, dashboards, trend reports, and long-term planning materials.
• Able to communicate clearly and synthesize insights for leadership audiences.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data visualization

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Data Science

Bachelor's in Economics

Bachelor's in Engineering

Bachelor's in Public Policy

Master's in Data Science

Master's in Economics

Master's in Engineering

Master's in Public Policy

Tools

Power BI

Visual Studio Code

GitHub

PowerPoint

Job description

2027 Spring Co-op - Strategic Insights Analyst

Sorry no VISA sponsorship opportunities...including OPT/CPT.

Ready to power up your future?

Are you pursuing a degree in Economics, Engineering, Data Science, Public Policy, or a related field and searching for a career-igniting spring co-op in 2027? Do you want to see your ideas make a real impact—helping MISO keep the lights on for 45 million people by driving innovations that boost system reliability, resilience, and performance, and tackling some of the most complex technical challenges in the energy industry?

If that sparks your interest, keep reading…

What you’ll do as a MISO Co-op:

• Work on meaningful, high‑impact analytical projects that help MISO understand emerging trends, large‑load behaviors (e.g., AI/data center growth), market dynamics, and long‑term reliability implications. Your insights help inform decision‑making across the organization.
• Contribute to real analyses—such as reviewing load forecasts, evaluating emerging risks, producing dashboards, summarizing trends, or supporting cross‑team strategic initiatives.
• Work side‑by‑side with your manager and mentor while connecting with a cross‑departmental “buddy” to grow your network.
• Learn from industry experts during interactive lunch & learn sessions.
• Get involved beyond the desk: join in community service projects, social events, and networking opportunities with professionals who are passionate about what they do.
• Wrap up your spring with a spotlight presentation of your project findings and recommendations to department leaders and company executives.

What we offer:

• A collaborative, mission‑driven culture where your contributions matter.
• A co‑op experience that blends technical challenges, professional development, and fun.
• An average of 40 hours per week on site in one of our offices (Carmel, IN or Eagan, MN).
• Potential to extend co‑op to part‑time remote work during the school year.

We are looking for students who…

• Are pursuing Economics, Engineering, Data Science, Public Policy, or a related degree.
• Have strong critical thinking, research ability, and an interest in strategy, policy, market dynamics, or risk assessment.
• Are proficient in Visual Studio Code, GitHub, Power BI, PowerPoint, and commonly used analytical tools.
• Demonstrate curiosity, eagerness to learn, and strong respect and collaboration—key values for this team.
• Are excited to work with real‑world datasets, dashboards, trend reports, long‑term planning materials, and strategic briefs.
• Can communicate clearly and are comfortable synthesizing insights for leadership audiences.

To be eligible for the program, you must be available to start Wednesday, January 13 th , 2027, and continue through Friday, April 30 th , 2027. No VISA sponsorship opportunities, including OPT/CPT.

Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever‑changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does every day. Plug into your future career.

To learn more about MISO’s Co-op Program, check out the following links:

#DiscoverMISO #LifeatMISO #MISOCareers #MISOenergy #MISOCommunity

#LI-ONSITE

Preferred

PowerBI

Intermediate

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Data Science or related field.

Bachelors or better in Economics or related field.

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Bachelors or better in Public Policy or related field.

Masters or better in Data Science or related field.

Masters or better in Economics or related field.

Masters or better in Engineering or related field.

Masters or better in Public Policy or related field.

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