About the role#
As a Technical Intern, you will work with our Infrastructure Development and Energy/Commercial Solutions teams to support technology projects, systems, data, and business solutions. You will gain hands-on experience by collaborating with professional software engineers and technical teams. This role involves contributing to projects that support renewable energy development, energy markets, and storage optimization. You will have the chance to develop your technical and analytical skills while learning how technology supports a complex energy organization.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with software engineers on the development, testing, and improvement of software applications.
- Participate in daily software development activities, technical discussions, and problem-solving.
- Apply programming and analytical skills to develop technical solutions.
- Assist technical or IT teams with assigned projects, systems, and technology initiatives.
- Support the analysis of systems, applications, data, or technical processes.
- Help develop, test, document, implement, or improve technology solutions.
- Assist with troubleshooting, technical support, and problem-solving activities.
- Support data analysis, reporting, automation, or process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with business partners to understand needs and develop solutions.
- Help identify opportunities to improve system performance, user experience, security, or efficiency.
- Contribute to projects involving emerging technologies, digital tools, or technology enhancements.
- Create or update technical documentation, reports, procedures, or other project materials.
- Present project work, findings, and recommendations to team members and leadership.
- Take ownership of assigned work, ask thoughtful questions, and seek opportunities to learn.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a bachelor’s degree or higher program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Ability to complete a minimum 10-week internship, beginning no later than June 1.
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, databases, analytics tools, or other technical applications.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Interest in technology, data, systems, cybersecurity, or digital solutions.
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
Location & details#
- Location: St. Paul, Minnesota.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid.
- Note: You are responsible for your own travel, lodging, and transportation to be available for the program.
About Florida Power & Light
Florida Power and Light provides electricity to more than 12 million people across Florida. It operates as a subsidiary of NextEra Energy. The company started in 1925 and maintains its headquarters in Juno Beach. It employs nearly 7,000 people.
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