Data Analytics Intern

Cowlitz PUD is the local publicly owned power company for Cowlitz County. We are looking to fill a paid Data Analytics Internship for this summer. 

You are a great fit if:

• You want to learn and improve your data analytics skills while working collaboratively with our technology team. 
• You are a Junior or Senior level student in data analytics, data science, business intelligence, computer science, or similar field.
• You enjoy learning from others and have the ability to work independently on projects. 
• You are an organized and detailed person.  
• You want to learn what it’s like to work in a professional office environment. 
• You want to work at a company that’s mission is to give back to the community by providing safe, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy to its customers.

Cowlitz PUD as an employer offers:

• Monday through Thursday 4-10 schedule working 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.
• An on-site gym. 
• Collaborative work environment throughout the entire company. 
• Community and Public Service opportunities in Cowlitz County. 
• Opportunities for continued learning, career development and professional growth.

Our Strategic Plan: Through our Strategic Planning process, Cowlitz PUD prioritized the following initiatives for the coming years in accordance with our mission and vision: 

1. Resource Planning
    Ensure an adequate and reliable power supply to meet the electric load requirements and clean energy obligations of Cowlitz PUD and the community.
2. System Reliability and Security
      Develop and manage Cowlitz PUD’s assets and planning tools to ensure a high level of electric reliability, physical and cyber security, and safety.
3. Business Efficiency
      Implement business systems to achieve efficient use of Cowlitz PUD’s resources.
4. Engagement
      Cowlitz PUD will communicate, educate, and engage with its employees, customers, and stakeholders to maintain positive relationships and prepare for future change.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

General Description:
 
The primary purpose of this position is to assist professional staff with turning data into critical information that can be used to make informed business decisions. This position requires the ability to perform in-depth data requirements analysis by working with functional users and subject matter experts. This position will follow a well-defined Business Intelligence methodology to create the required artifacts necessary for dimensional model design and the subsequent handoff to BI/ETL Developers. The position will ensure all business analytics questions are answered by empowering department data champions to create and publish visualizations, dashboards, and data stories using the District's Business Intelligence toolsets.

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Experience, Working Conditions and Other Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be working toward a degree in data analytics, data science, business intelligence, computer science, or similar field.
• Knowledge of current project management methodologies.
• Ability to effectively gather use case requirements related to data analytics and business intelligence.
• Basic understanding and use of Structured Query Language (SQL).
• Ability to create effective reports that tell data stories.
• Strong documentation skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• General knowledge of BI tools like Power BI, and how to use them.
• Basic knowledge of relational databases.
• Current Project management Certifications, PMP, SCM, ASM, CSM or PSM
• Knowledge of Windows operating systems, desktop hardware and software, database applications and web programming.

The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 
 
 

• Work is performed in the office Monday through Thursday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.   Remote work is not available for this position. 
• Work is typically performed in a cubicle office environment.

Hiring Process:

Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.

 
 Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

1. Completed NEOGOV online application.
2. Supplemental questionnaire responses
3. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
4. Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.
5. Copy of Transcript

 Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including potential background check, pre-placement physical exam, and full driver's abstract.
 
 Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.