Summer Software Engineer Intern – IT & Data Analytics

NiSource Inc.; Columbus (IN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource is seeking a Summer IT - Software Engineer Intern for a 12-week program starting in May 2027. The role offers hands-on experience within a collaborative team, with exposure to enterprise architecture, IT services, security, and applications in a utility industry context.

Ideal candidates are rising juniors or seniors, have a strong foundation in data science or computer science, and reside within 50 miles of Columbus, OH or Merrillville, IN.

Qualifications

• Acquiring a degree in data science, computer science, computer engineering, statistics, mathematics
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Have completed at least one year of undergraduate study
• Experience with cloud, software development, data analytics, automation, or enterprise technologies
• Keen attention to detail and a quality focused mindset
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Self-discipline for planning and organizing tasks
• Passionate about data
• History of being able to learn new technology quickly
• Solid skills in utilizing computers, operating systems, mobile devices and software (MS Office Suite, MS Project, and other IT applications).
• Excellent analytical abilities, including process analysis and development, problem-solving and root-cause analysis.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Work on enterprise architecture strategy and roadmaps
• Support IT services, infrastructure and application delivery
• Collaborate with IT security and governance teams on projects
• Assist in development and maintenance of critical business applications
• Contribute to data analytics initiatives and business insights

Skills

Cloud experience

Software development

Data analytics

Automation

Enterprise technologies

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Self-discipline

Fast learner

Education

Data science

Computer science

Computer engineering

Statistics

Mathematics

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

IT applications

Job description

NiSource is seeking a Summer IT - Software Engineer Intern for a 12-week program starting in May 2027. The role offers hands-on experience within a collaborative team, with exposure to enterprise architecture, IT services, security, and applications in a utility industry context.

Ideal candidates are rising juniors or seniors, have a strong foundation in data science or computer science, and reside within 50 miles of Columbus, OH or Merrillville, IN.