Energy Analyst Intern - Summer

Energy Analyst Intern - Summer 2026, Boulder, CO

Location: Boulder office (not remote)

Your Impact at Ascend Analytics

We are looking for smart, motivated senior undergraduates, graduate students, or early alumni to join our team in Boulder, CO for the summer. If you want to help shape a new future of a cleaner, more cost-effective energy supply and work with an industry‑leading software company dedicated to the future of energy, this could be a great place to start. You will apply and build skills like quantitative modeling, decision analysis, market intelligence and forecasting, and strategic planning for energy analytics.

About Ascend Analytics

Ascend Analytics is an innovative “climate tech” software and consulting company focused on energy analytics that are transforming the electric grid. Our solutions provide analytics to support critical power supply decisions from operating strategies to short and long‑term investment and resource planning.

• Use analytics to support energy decision analysis in resource planning, renewable generation, energy storage, market forecasting and/or risk management for electric utilities and other energy industry clients.
• Perform quantitative analysis combining technical considerations, economic factors, market rules and regulatory/policy developments.
• Validate and troubleshoot models with meticulous attention to detail.
• Research, present, and justify market forecasts and underlying assumptions.
• Provide expertise to clients in analytic modeling in areas such as risk management, asset valuation and resource planning by communicating results and modeling approaches effectively.
• Synthesize complex information into understandable reports, visualizations, and presentations.
• Leverage analytical tools using Excel, Python or R for market forecasting and analysis.
• Work independently and collaboratively as needed to achieve objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Strong academic performance (GPA 3.4+).
• Willingness to relocate to Boulder, CO for the semester/summer.
• Strong quantitative background in economics, computer science, physics, engineering, math, energy systems or another highly quantitative discipline.
• Programming and statistical coursework (economics, programming, statistics).
• Passion for creating analytical solutions for the energy transition.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• High degree of ownership and commitment.

$25.00 – $30.00 hourly, with additional compensation for higher degree level or specialized skill set. All interns are paid and considered part of the team during their time with us.

If you are excited about being a part of the clean energy transition, please apply here. Include unofficial transcripts and a cover letter telling us why you are a good fit for Ascend.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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