Intern - Predictive Analytics

JOB TITLE: Predictive Analytics Intern

REQUISITION: TD0016

DEPARTMENT: Distribution Operational Technologies- Topeka General Office

LOCATION: Topeka, KS

PAY RANGE: $15.00 - $18.00

Scheduled Work Hours: Summer 2020 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

It's never too early to start searching for your dream career. If you're ready to apply the principles you've been learning at school in the real world, Evergy is the place for you. Hands-on experience is what our internship programs are all about. Our programs offer students an opportunity to gain insight and meaningful experience while also allowing us to identify talented prospective employees. Many of our interns go on to develop successful careers at Evergy.

As an intern, you'll have real responsibilities, and you'll work on productive assignments with actual business interactions. We know that you work hard, so we help you play hard while you are here. We provide a number of intern events throughout the summer to burn some extra energy, including volunteer events, power plant tours, lunch and learns, and more

Summary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Work in conjunction with Engineers and Data Scientists to analyze data related to distribution system reliability. May utilize skills in data preparation, statistics and predictive modeling. Will assist in developing algorithms and processes to be used in risk-based maintenance practices.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Second, third or fourth year student actively pursuing a degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science or Engineering.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Required:

Requires the ability to learn major systems in a timely fashion. The ability to cleanse data from one raw form into a structured form is frequently required. Candidate must possess an intellectual curiosity about their work. Visualizing and communicating data is incredibly important both for technical and non-technical audiences in creative ways using software tools like Microsoft’s Power BI, Tableau, IBM’s Watson, etc. Candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to present information to all levels of management and work groups in a concise manner. Must be able to work effectively with others in a team environment and build relationships with all customers and work groups through strong client interaction.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding and/or Testing Required:

Valid driver’s license required.

Working Conditions:

Conditions will vary from office to field environments. Must have a satisfactory work record including good attendance.

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know to accomplish becoming the most innovative and reliable energy company, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.