Data Intern, Operations Engineering Summer 2024

The Operations Data Intern will work on Scout’s Technical Services team and gain exposure to wind turbine and solar operations and performance engineering. It provides an introduction to the renewable energy industry as well as the roles and responsibilities of a Data Engineer.

Day to day activities will include interfacing with our Operations Engineering team to analyze data and develop new analytics. The chosen applicant will gain industry critical knowledge on renewable asset operation and the reporting and data required. They will develop their knowledge of wind turbine and solar data and systems. This knowledge will be used to assess turbine and solar performance and create analytics and systems to better support our fleet. The Data Intern will also work closely with other Scout team members to learn about real time monitoring, forecast and generation tracking, and data integration when building a new renewable project.

We will work with the chosen intern to assess their skills and interests and determine an appropriate individual project for them to work on with the support of the technical team. Upon the completion of the internship, they will give a final presentation (virtual or in person) to upper management on the project.

Targeted Majors: Enrolled and pursuing a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Engineering, Economics, or similar program.

Requirements

• Basic proficiency with Python
• Strong statistical and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Interest in renewable energy industry
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision

• Attention to detail and a desire to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with energy systems, finance and/or energy markets
• Knowledge of or experience with RDBMS programs such as MS SQL Server and/or Postgres
• Experience with PowerBI, R, and MS Automation

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Gain useful and functional understanding of renewable energy data analysis and systems
• Develop professional experience and practice interacting in a teamwork-oriented remote organization
• Understand the renewable energy industry

Timeline and Location

Expect 40 hours a week for 12 weeks

Flexible start/end date, targeting May start date, August/September end date.

Boulder Colorado, ideal candidate would be comfortable working with a semi-remote team

Benefits

Scout’s Values

• Mission-Orientation. High achievers who want to make a difference in this world and contribute to Scout’s stated mission.
• Teamwork. Respectful and appreciative colleagues with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships across organizational boundaries to deliver on shared team goals.

• Safety. Uncompromising advocates for the health and safety of fellow employees, contractors, customers, and community members.
• Integrity. Ethical professionals who do the right thing even when it is difficult.
• Initiative. Resourceful self-motivators who thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment because of their exceptional leadership, work ethic, and organizational skills.
• Intelligence. Problem-solving learners who can make informed decisions quickly and create innovative and pragmatic solutions to challenging problems.

Invitation to Women and U.S. Underrepresented Groups

We encourage applications from all demographics and especially those that are traditionally underrepresented in the energy industry. Consistent with our core values, Scout celebrates the diversity of thought and experience that comes from a range of backgrounds including, but not limited to, gender, race, and ethnicity.

Invitation to Veterans

Scout welcomes veterans of the United States Armed Forces to apply for this position. Scout includes veterans of all branches and a diverse set of occupational specialties. We value the independent thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork that our veterans have developed through their service. We welcome applications from any service and any military occupational specialty.

Compensation

$25-30 an hour