Spring 2027 Internship/Co-Op (Computer Science/Analytics) - 518746

Tennessee Valley Authority; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) offers a Spring 2027 Internship/Co-Op for students in Computer Science and Analytics. Interns will gain exposure to TVA's computing systems, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data analytics while supporting projects across the enterprise.

Locations include Chattanooga, Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis and other TVA sites. Applicants must be enrolled and have completed 30 semester hours; opportunities span various TVA departments and areas.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college/university program at the time of internship.
• Have completed 30 semester hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with management of cloud computing and TVA computing systems across the enterprise.
• Support cybersecurity efforts by assessing security and compliance or identifying abnormalities and reporting violations.
• Collaborate with analysts to develop and manage technology standards, change management, and KPI initiatives.

Education

Engineering disciplines, Data Analytics, Business-related disciplines, Computer Science/IT, and related degrees

Job description

External - Posting Description

Spring 2027 Internship/Co-Op (Computer Science/Analytics) - 518746

External - Posting Description

Spring 2027 Internship/Co-Op (Computer Science/Analytics) - 518746

Work Locations

Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville, Memphis, TN; Starkville, Tupelo, MS; Huntsville, Muscle Shoals, AL.

Additional locations throughout the TVA service territory may be available.

Salary

Competitive

*Disclaimer on applying to only one posting, considered for all opportunities that align with your skillset*

Computer Science

interns will support strengthening the reliability, availability, and resilience of TVA’s electronic and information-based assets and could perform tasks such as assisting with management of cloud computing and support the delivery of TVA computing systems and technologies across the enterprise.

Cybersecurity

interns will support cyber experts in keeping organization programs and systems secure which could include assessing and testing operational security and compliance or identifying abnormalities and reporting violations.

Analytics

interns will work with analysts to develop and manage technology standards, ensure effective change management ,and key performance initiatives and tasks could include review of metrics to learn and refine strategy and tactics.

Preferred majors

Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Information Technology

Position Purpose

Intern will develop an understanding of the assigned business unit, as it relates to its functional purpose and will learn standard work, strategies, philosophies, programs, and initiatives within the organization.

Principal Accountabilities

Example duties include:

• Become familiar with the TVA business, organization, key decision makers, business processes and procedures. The intern will have the opportunity to interact with leaders and team members while learning the key components that drive their business unit’s strategic direction.
• Develop working knowledge of critical business functions as outlined by the intern’s manager and business unit.
• Learn to apply policies and procedures across the organizations: recommend continuous improvement changes in support of business needs and proactively develop an understanding of policies, procedures, and culture and communicate these to new and existing employees.

Internship Areas

Work opportunities are available throughout the enterprise. To name just a few areas where our interns have worked:

• Financial Operations & Performance
• Commercial Energy Solutions
• Digital Solutions
• Infrastructure and Operations
• External Relations
• HR Talent
• Safety & Workforce Development
• Environment/Sustainability
• Transmission*
• Power Operations*
• Nuclear*
• These areas also have co-op opportunities available.

Education

Seeking majors in Engineering disciplines, Data Analytics, Business-related disciplines, Computer Science/IT, and other related degrees.

Must

be currently enrolled in a college/university program at the time of internship.

Must

have 30 semester hours completed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TVA values and embraces diversity. We encourage all individuals to apply regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sex, abilities/disabilities, sexual orientation, religion, veteran status and age. We strive to be inclusive of all the people we serve across the Valley.

TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Drug-Free Workplace

All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).