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

Avista • Spokane, WA

5d • $20 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Avista is an energy company involved in the production, transmission, and distribution of energy and other energy-related businesses. Its service territory covers eastern Washington, northern Idaho, and parts of southern and eastern Oregon. The Central Analytics Intern joins Avista’s Central Analytics and Enterprise Asset Management team for a summer internship, turning data into meaningful insights and supporting asset and operational management. The intern gains practical experience on business initiatives involving analytics, reporting, data governance, process improvement, and project support, while learning how data informs decision-making across a utility.

As part of Avista’s Student Development Program, interns work with several departments, receive a formal mentor, participate in learning sessions about Avista, and tour facilities, including some hydroelectric dams. The position requires an on-site presence at Avista’s Spokane, Washington headquarters. The program is intended to build practical skills and provide exposure to the utility industry.

The position is offered at student specialist technology levels based on class standing, with starting hourly salaries from $19.51 for freshmen through $32.13 for graduate students. The full stated salary range is $19.51 to $32.13 per hour. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a drug test, background check, and motor vehicle records review.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full-time for the 2027–2028 academic year at a college or university, pursuing a bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Decision Science/Statistics, Mathematics, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Finance, or another related field.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a professional team environment.
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred coursework or experience in Power BI and Power Query.
• Preferred coursework or experience in Databricks.
• Preferred coursework or experience in SQL.
• Preferred coursework or experience in financial modeling.
• Preferred coursework or experience in machine learning.
• Preferred coursework or experience in statistical modeling.
• Preferred coursework or experience in AI agent creation.

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.

Benefits

• 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.
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health.
• Education and development support, including tuition assistance.
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact.
• Optional benefits including legal insurance and pet insurance; eligibility is subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern