Data Systems Intern

Yes Energy • Boston, MA

2d • $19 - $22 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Market Leader in Electric Power Data and Analytics Solutions
The electrical grid is the largest and most complicated machine ever built. Yes Energy’s industry-leading electric power trading analytics software provides real-time visibility into the massive amount of data generated by the North American electrical grid daily. Our unique and innovative view of the data informs real-time trading decisions and mid-to-long-term investment decisions that keep utility prices low, support the energy transition, and keep the grid running. It’s both challenging work and work with a purpose.
Be a part of our successful, growing business during international transformation.

Position Summary
Join our 2026 Yes Energy Internship Program and enjoy the opportunity to work on exciting projects to shape your career in Data Systems. The intern position will help support the reliability, quality, and usability of our data systems. This role focuses on understanding how data flows through systems, validating data accuracy, and supporting the infrastructure that powers analytics and products. The intern will work closely with data engineers, analysts, and product teams. As an intern in our Data Systems team, you will apply your technical skills to gain hands-on experience working with data pipelines, databases, and system processes that support our organization.
Internship Program Period: 6/1/2026 - 8/7/2026
Full-Time; temporary w/ no benefits
Hybrid
Location: Yes Energy Boston, MA office

Requirements

• Experience with SQL; familiarity with Python or similar data processing language is a plus
• Basic understanding of databases and data processing concepts
• Ability to communicate technical findings clearly
• Strong understanding of Google Suite for Business or MS Office, specifically spreadsheet fundamentals
• Strong analytical, research and organizational skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Ability to prioritize based on opportunities and effectively multitask
• Detail oriented
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A strong desire to learn, grow, and explore new things
• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ETL/ELT processes
• Experience with cloud data platforms or data warehouses
• Exposure to version control (e.g., Git)
• Interest in data infrastructure, analytics engineering, or platform roles

Responsibilities

• Support data pipelines by monitoring, validating, and troubleshooting data issues
• Perform data quality checks to identify missing, inconsistent, or incorrect data
• Write and maintain SQL queries to investigate data and support internal reporting
• Assist with documenting data flows, schemas, and system dependencies
• Help automate repetitive data validation or operational tasks
• Support testing and validation for new data sources, pipelines, or system enhancements

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Chance to work beside and learn from industry experts.
• Access workshops that develop your professional skills, including Public Speaking, Presentation Building, Networking, and Tips from Recruiting Experts.
• Opportunity to present your project to senior leadership within the organization.
• Build your network by teaming up with subject matter experts in the energy markets industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees