Resource Operations and Data Analyst Intern

Position Description

Tacoma Public Utilities Power Management division is currently recruiting for a Resource Operations and Data Analyst Intern! This opportunity is for engineering students to apply their engineering studies, receive hands-on experience, and work side-by-side with experienced professionals on challenging and fun engineering projects.

This is a full-year hybrid internship. In the summer, a 40-hour work week is expected. In the fall, winter and spring, 0-20 hours are expected dependent on schoolwork load. The term of the position is expected to coincide with the typical summer break for college students, with an end of May or middle of June start date.

The Resource Operations team is an integral part of the Power Management division. The unit is responsible for bringing affordable, reliable, and environmentally friendly power to our customers. As a unit we plan our hydro resource portfolio operations, power marketing, coordinate with risk management, and outage planning. As an intern in the Resource Operations team, you will use scientific methods to write and update models using R or Python for automation and improved analytics. In this role you will help with documentation of existing and new processes, learn about our hydro-electric portfolio projects, FERC license constraints and interact with operations and trading, engineering, project staff, risk team and others.

Responsibilities Include

Qualifications

Minimum Education*

Bachelor's degree in progress

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Elise Drennen, if you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with me on LinkedIn.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Tacoma Power

Tacoma Power is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town.

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Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received for interview consideration.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

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