2027 Portfolio Optimization Intern

Better Connected, Together: Employees Power Our Mission At Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation (AECC) and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI), our diverse, dedicated team powers a shared mission: to deliver electricity that is reliable, affordable and responsible. Better connected, together with Arkansas’ electric distribution cooperatives — we provide wholesale power and essential services that improve quality of life across the state, serving more than 1.

2 million members and the communities they call home. Our Employees are the Driving Force Behind Everything We Do We believe in supporting, valuing, and investing in our people — because when our team thrives, our mission succeeds. If you're looking for meaningful work, a strong sense of purpose, and a place where your contributions truly matter, we invite you to consider joining us.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION A Portfolio Optimization Intern supports the Planning and Market Operations Division by contributing to process improvement initiatives, data analytics, and optimization strategies for load and generation. The intern also assists the electric power market operations team at AECC with analysis and operational support.

In this position, you will work alongside peers who are versatile, enthusiastic, and committed to advancing AECC’s mission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist with data collection, validation, and analysis related to load forecasting, generation planning, and market operations. Assist in creation of analytics-ready data sets. Support optimization modeling efforts used for portfolio planning and economic dispatch. Perform analytical reviews of forecasts and strategies.

Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytical tools to support decision-making Assist in creating business intelligence tool reports. Identify opportunities for process improvements and help implement more efficient workflows. Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled office hours when necessary is an essential function of the job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent. Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Data Science or Data Analytics Adept in Microsoft Office suite. Possesses analytical, mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Detailed and accuracy oriented. High level of skill in analytical writing and technical documentation.

Good communication skills. Self-starter and able to work independently with minimal supervision. PREFERRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Experience in data analysis and modeling tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R, or similar) Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days but could extend beyond that.

Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email. Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.