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Avista · 20 hours ago

Enterprise Technology Intern

Spokane, WA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$19.51/hr - $32.13/hr

Avista is an energy company involved in the production, transmission, and distribution of energy. The Enterprise Technology group is seeking motivated students for a paid summer internship program to gain valuable work experience across various technology teams.

Electrical DistributionEnergyEnergy Management

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Gain hands-on experience supporting security operations, emergency management, and compliance initiatives to protect Avista’s energy infrastructure

Interns assist with monitoring systems, risk assessments, policy updates, and researching emerging security threats

Work to improve the reliability and customer experience of Avista’s digital channels, including web, mobile, IVR, and customer systems

Interns analyze service data, support integrations and communications, and help identify and implement user experience improvements

Support Avista’s cybersecurity team in safeguarding critical control systems and IT infrastructure, with exposure to industrial control systems (ICS), operational technology (OT), and enterprise cybersecurity practices

Interns assist with security event monitoring, vulnerability assessments, and deploying threat detection technologies

Help maintain and enhance Avista’s internal technology platforms through hands-on work in operations, automation, and process improvement

Interns contribute to system reliability, configuration management, automation projects, and documentation of operational procedures

Join a collaborative lab environment to prototype, test, and evaluate emerging technologies that can improve grid operations and customer experiences

Interns help design and build prototypes, support pilot testing, and document findings for practical solutions

Qualification

CybersecurityData ScienceAI/Machine LearningSoftware EngineeringManagement Information SystemsCommunicationTeamworkProject management

Required

Must be at least 18 years old

Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled full time in college earning a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, Security Management, Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Software Development, AI/Machine Learning, or another related field

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, teamwork and project management skills are a plus

Benefits

Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match

Incentive and bonus programs rewarding performance and contributions

Generous paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation

Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind

Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health

Education and development support including tuition assistance

Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact

Many other elective benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more

Company

Avista

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Avista is an energy company involved in the production, transmission, and distribution of energy as well as other energy-related businesses.

Founded in 1889

Spokane, Washington, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://myavista.com

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