About the role#
As a Database Engineer Intern, you will join the Economic Studies and Environmental Outlook Team. You will support the planning of the electric grid by modernizing how the team stores, accesses, and visualizes analytical results. This role involves working with real-world data and collaborating with professionals who use data-driven insights for long-term power system planning.
What you'll do#
- Design and develop a centralized database for model solution files.
- Create tools that allow users to query, filter, and compare results across multiple study models.
- Build dashboards and visual analytics to make complex data easier to understand.
- Improve how analysts access and evaluate large datasets.
- Support automation initiatives that streamline workflows and reduce manual effort.
What you'll need#
- You must be a rising senior or currently enrolled in a four-year or graduate-level academic program.
- Completed at least the first year of college.
- Pursuing a degree in Economics, Data Analytics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Knowledge of SQL and database concepts.
- Experience coding in Python.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work with large datasets and translate data into meaningful insights.
- Interest in data architecture, visualization, analytics, or automation.
Location & details#
- Location: Holyoke, Massachusetts.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $19 to $36 per hour, based on your year in college.
- Sponsorship: This employer does not provide visa sponsorship.
About ISO New England Inc.
ISO New England Inc. operates as a nonprofit organization focused on power delivery and market pricing across six states in the region. Founded in 1996, the company maintains the electrical grid and manages energy markets. It employs between 501 and 1,000 people at its headquarters in Holyoke, Massachusetts. A majority of the staff hold advanced degrees to support grid operations and system planning.
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