IT Summer Internship 2027

CenterPoint Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Benefits on start

Transit subsidies

Flexible schedule

Wellness center in Houston

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Job summary

CenterPoint Energy in Houston is seeking an IT intern to support analysts, administrators, and engineers across focus areas such as Cloud, Infrastructure, AI, Data & Analytics, and Web & Mobile.

You will participate in IT projects, assist with data collection, and present progress to stakeholders while developing hands-on skills during a paid internship with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student pursuing Bachelor's degree in an IT field from an accredited college or university
• Sophomores, Juniors
• 3.0 GPA minimum

Responsibilities

• Assist and collaborate with IT teams on a variety of projects
• Provide project data and presentations to key stakeholders
• Participate in activities and meetings

Skills

IT fundamentals

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Networking basics

Computer hardware basics

Job description

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Job Summary

You will represent our IT organization by assisting and collaborating with analysts, administrators, engineers, team members, and leaders within one of the IT focus areas: Cloud, Infrastructure, AI, Data & Analytics, Web & Mobile, etc., at CenterPoint Energy.

Essential Functions

• Assist and collaborate with analysts, administrators, engineers, team members, and leaders with a variety of IT projects
• Provide project completion data and presentation to all key stakeholders
• Participate in activities and meetings

Education Description

• Currently enrolled as a full-time student pursuing Bachelor's degree in an IT field from an accredited college or university
• Sophomores, Juniors
• 3.0 GPA minimum

Experience

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, and networking
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and common productivity tools
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type: Intern

Posting Start Date: 09/03/2026

Posting End Date: 10/09/2026

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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