Nelnet · 1 month ago
Intern - Solar Data Operations
Lincoln, NE
Internship
Onsite
InternNelnet is a technology company and student loan servicer that is seeking an intern for their Solar Data Operations team. The role involves assisting with data automation, developing data pipelines, and improving processes related to solar project investments.
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Responsibilities
Assist the team in collecting, cleaning, and organizing data from a variety of sources related to solar project investments. Involves coordination and collaboration with the team’s leader to create innovative pipelines and workflows. Includes various types of technology and artificial intelligence research, team communication, and presentation
Support the automation and development of scalable databases, dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that illustrate key findings to internal and external stakeholders. Work with tools including Python, Excel, Power Automate, and LLM-Oriented OCR software. Related proficiencies such as SQL and Power BI are also valuable
Improve the integration of solar project data with internal Microsoft Copilot capabilities
Help streamline data documentation practices and process coordination to improve team efficiency and data integrity. Collaborate with team members to maintain accurate and up-to-date data in internal systems and spreadsheets
Maintain sensitive business information and ensure data security across all technologies and platforms
Learn and understand the general economics and structure of solar tax equity investments
Review and organize documents related to solar investment due diligence, underwriting, and project parameters
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree-seeking with an emphasis in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business, or Finance
Completion of data analytics, programming, and finance courses in a degree-seeking capacity
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs Excel, Word, and Power Point
Experience in a programming language such as Python or SQL
Strong Microsoft Excel experience
Programming skills in Python
Understanding of LLM-based data extraction and agentic AI frameworks
Analytical/Detail-Oriented: Employs high analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Pays attention to detail
Efficiency/Accountability: Allocates time efficiently, continually seeks ways to improve individual and team productivity. Highly accountable and able to manage multiple complex tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Effective follow through skills
Energy, Drive, and Motivation: Embraces challenges enthusiastically, then executes relentlessly
Possesses strong project management and organizational skills
Able to work independently
Strong/confident communication style: Effectively communicates with and engages all levels of the organization from peers to executive management both verbally and in writing. Displays confidence in expressing opinions and in offering a point of view. Strong interpersonal skills
Benefits
One-on-one mentorship
Competitive pay
Casual dress
Flexible schedule
Intern-specific programming
Meaningful work experience
Company
Nelnet
Nelnet provides business, communications, and financial services.
Founded in 1996
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Erin Harms
Chief Financial Officer
Ben Focht
Chief Information Security Officer, Nelnet Bank
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