Data Analytics and Automation Intern - Finance

Itron; Liberty Lake (WA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Itron offers an Intern - Data Analytics and Automation in Finance position, focused on modernizing Finance and Accounting processes, analytics, and AI-enabled solutions. You will transform data across Oracle and Salesforce sources, build models and visualizations, and explore automation opportunities within a global enterprise.

The role emphasizes hands-on experience with data analytics, statistics, and programming, with collaboration across data scientists, software engineers, and Finance

Qualifications

• Pursuing an accredited degree in CS, analytics, DS, IS, MIS, accounting or finance.
• Experience with statistical analysis or coursework in analytics.
• Exposure to ML, predictive modeling or related analytics concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Extract, ingest, and analyze data from enterprise systems (Oracle EBS/EPM, Salesforce).
• Support data transformation/normalization for analytics, reporting, apps.
• Develop data models, analyses, and visualizations for Finance/Accounting needs.
• Build dashboards with Power BI or similar tools.
• Identify opportunities to automate finance/accounting processes using AI tools.
• Support predictive analytics and forecasting initiatives.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders on data solutions.
• Contribute to projects forecasting sales opportunities and pipeline.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Professional communication

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Data Analytics/Data Science/IS/Management Information Systems/Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Microsoft Fabric

Databricks

AWS

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

This Intern - Data Analytics and Automation, Finance position provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting Finance and Accounting modernization, process automation, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled solutions within a global multinational enterprise.

The ideal candidate will have an interest in applying data and technology to real-world business challenges and will have experience through coursework, projects, or prior work with data analysis, statistics, programming, or related technologies.

Duration: 40 hours per week during summer 2027. The target start is May/June, and the internship concludes August/September, depending on the student’s academic schedule.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Extract, ingest, and analyze data from enterprise systems such as Oracle EBS, Oracle EPM, Salesforce, and other business data sources.
• Support data transformation and normalization for use in analytics platforms, reporting, and business applications.
• Develop data models, analyses, and visualizations to support Finance and Accounting business needs.
• Build and enhance data visualizations based on business requirements using Microsoft Power BI or comparable visualization tools.
• Identify opportunities to automate repeatable Finance and Accounting processes, including potential applications of AI-enabled tools and agents.
• Support predictive analytics and machine learning initiatives related to revenue, expense, and business forecasting.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analytics professionals, software engineers, and Finance and Accounting stakeholders to develop data-driven solutions.
• Contribute to projects focused on improving sales opportunity and pipeline forecasting to support long-term business planning.
• Deliver an internship summary presentation highlighting project outcomes, insights, and recommendations.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Education: enrolled in an accredited and related degree program such as Computer Science, Data Analytics, Data Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with statistical analysis through
• Exposure to machine learning, predictive modeling, or related analytical concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Professional workplace communication skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience using Python or R for data analysis, coursework, projects, or other applications.
• Familiarity with SQL.
• Experience or exposure to large-scale data and analytics platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, or AWS.
• Experience with data visualization tools such as Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with machine learning models used for forecasting or predictive analytics.
• Prior related internship, academic project, capstone, research, or work experience.

Travel: 0 - 10%

Physical Demands:

This is a typical office job, with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment.

This position will be tied to our Liberty Lake, WA location with hybrid work flexibility of 2 days on-site per week.

Liberty Lake, WA: $15.87 - $44.23 per hour

#LI-JH1 Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [e-mail].

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com