Data Systems & Architecture Development Intern

THIS INTERNSHIP IS FOR SUMMER 2026 AND IS BASED IN OUR PORTSMOUTH, NH OFFICE

Sprague is passionate about delivering the diverse products and programs that warm, power and move the world. We keep homes warm through Northeastern winters and hospitals cool through summer. We help small businesses focus on serving their communities, and our renewable fuels keep our country’s infrastructure running. From importing wind energy components to deploying leading-edge solar technology to help power terminal facilities, we are committed to continually evolving to meet our customers’ changing energy needs.

Our Culture Sprague values innovation, safety, integrity, and people. We know that our people are what set us apart from our competition, and we work hard to make sure each employee across our 20+ locations knows how important they are to our organization. We recently surveyed our employees to ask them their favorite part of the job. Unanimously, they answered, "The people I work with." You are part of a team and a family at Sprague, and everyone works together to ensure both the success of the company and of the individual.

Do you like to get involved where you work? Is giving back important to you? Sprague has a range of committees to support varying initiatives (Sustainability, Charitable, Scholarship, FunForce, Innovation etc.). Sprague is a place that cares about its employees, its community, and about creating a place where people want to come to work every day.

About the position:

This position will be based out of

Sprague’s Portsmouth, NH office

. (Some level of hybrid work can be considered). Local, New England area candidates preferred.

Sprague is looking for an enthusiastic Data Systems & Architecture Development Intern to join our team in supporting company-wide Data Management and Analytics initiatives. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-growth environment within the energy sector, gaining hands-on experience in data systems, architecture design, and development. As an intern, you’ll collaborate closely with Business Unit leaders and subject matter experts, gaining insight into how data infrastructure supports business decisions and drives organizational success. This position will be based in Sprague’s Portsmouth, NH office, with some flexibility for hybrid work. Candidates from the New England area are preferred.

Major Duties / Responsibilities:

- Data Architecture & Infrastructure Support: Assist in designing, implementing, and optimizing data architectures to support the company’s data strategy.

- Data Modeling & Integration: Help create and maintain data models, support data integration from various sources, and optimize data flows across business units.

- Data Governance & Automation: Contribute to the development of data management processes, data governance policies, and the automation of data pipelines Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for BI solutions.

- Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work with cross-functional teams to gather and document data and architecture requirements, supporting business objectives. Identify and implement process improvements for data management and analytics.

- Data Solutions Development: Develop data management scripts, assist in version control management, and support on-premises and cloud-based data solutions.

- Data Insights & Communication: Provide insights and communicate findings through visualizations and reports, helping to translate complex data into actionable information.

Education / Experience / Skill Requirements:

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

- Interest in data architecture, database management, and BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, QuickSight).

- Knowledge of data modeling, data management principles, and data processing techniques.

- Familiarity with programming languages and tools, such as SQL, Python, and GitHub.

- Enthusiasm for learning and professional growth.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

- Analytical mindset with a keen eye for detail and a problem-solving approach.

- Some familiarity with cloud-based data environments (AWS, Azure) is a plus.

- Adherence to high standards of ethics and respect for individuals and the work environment.

Who we are:

Sprague takes a collaborative, customer-centric approach to providing best-in-class energy products and related services throughout the Northeast. Founded in 1870, we pride ourselves on offering customers the expert solutions and high-quality service that help their businesses thrive in any market landscape. Sprague values innovation, safety, integrity and people. We know that our people are what set us apart from our competition, and we work hard to make sure each employee across our 20+ locations knows how important they are to our community.

Sprague is an EEO/AA employer. We strongly encourage minorities, females, Vets and individuals with disabilities to apply.

As a federal contractor we adhere to OFCCP employment regulations. Click here for OFCCP compliance information