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

Avista Corporation; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Retirement benefits

Incentive programs

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Wellness resources

Tuition assistance

Community involvement

Other benefits

Job summary

Avista Corporation invites qualified students to join the Central Analytics Internship in Spokane, WA, for a summer program focused on transforming data into actionable insights and supporting analytics, reporting, data governance, and process improvement across the enterprise.

You’ll work under a dedicated mentor within the Student Development Program, rotating across departments to gain broad exposure to utility analytics.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Decision Science/Statistics, Mathematics, Finance or related field

Tools

Power BI

Power Query

Databricks

SQL

Financial Modeling

Machine Learning

AI Agent Creation

Job description

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

Full-Time

Locations

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Mission WA
Spokane, WA 992203727, USA

Description

Closes: December 6, 2026

Avista 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.

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.

Salary Details

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

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 [e-mail] .

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 . 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 [e-mail] if you would like assistance.

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