Student Intern - Market Data Analyst

ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid. We are at the forefront of New England’s ongoing transition to clean energy.

Internship Title: Market Data Analyst Project Intern

Department: Internal Market Monitoring

Minimum Education Level: Masters

Preferred Majors: Economics, Business, Public Policy

Love working with data and learning how energy markets operate? Join ISO New England’s Internal Market Monitoring team and help analyze complex electricity market data, create clear visualizations, and uncover trends that support fair and efficient markets.

This internship is perfect for students who are organized, detail-oriented, and curious about data and energy systems. You’ll gain hands-on experience pulling and analyzing data, presenting insights to teams and management, and learning how ISO keeps the grid reliable while supporting the clean energy transition.

Who we are

ISO New England is one of the most pivotal energy companies you’ve probably never heard of. Our job is to oversee the 24/7 operation of the power grid that covers the six-states of New England and to administer the region’s $10+ billion “stock exchange” for buying and selling of wholesale electricity. Our work ensures that over 14 million people can reliably turn their lights on and complete their jobs, take care of their families, and live in comfort with convenience.

Department Description:

The Internal Market Monitoring (IMM) Group protects both consumers and market participants in New England’s wholesale electricity markets. The team mitigates the impacts of uncompetitive bidding, identifies market design issues and potential manipulation, and evaluates overall market performance. IMM brings together expertise in economics, engineering, financial analysis, data science, and law to ensure fair and efficient electricity markets.

What You’ll Be Working On:As a Market Data Analyst Project Intern, you will:

- Work with a multidisciplinary team to monitor wholesale market outcomes and participant behavior.

- Pull and analyze complex market data to identify trends and insights.

- Create clear, easy-to-understand visualizations and reports for internal teams and management.

- Research, document, and share new methodologies or tools to enhance team knowledge and efficiency.

- Gain exposure to electricity market operations and ISO New England’s role in ensuring efficient, reliable, and clean energy markets.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

You'll transform raw market data into actionable insights that help drive key business decisions. Your work will support accurate market analysis, improved forecasting, and give you hands-on experience with data analytics tools and real world energy market operations.

What We Look for in a Candidate:

- Self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented.

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

- Demonstrated ability to research, document, and share new knowledge.

- Interest in data analysis, visualization, and energy markets.

What You’ll Gain:

This internship provides hands-on experience in energy market monitoring and data analytics. You will:

- Learn how to extract, manipulate, and analyze complex market datasets.

- Gain experience creating visualizations and presenting insights to management and other internal teams.

- Understand the workings of wholesale electricity markets and ISO New England’s role in supporting competitive, efficient, and reliable operations.

- Build technical, analytical, and professional skills while contributing directly to market monitoring initiatives.

This employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position (ex: H-1B, F-1/CPT/OPT, O-1, E-3, TN, J, etc.).

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This is a U.S. based role. If the successful candidate resides outside of the U.S., relocation will be required.

To be eligible for the internship candidate must have completed at least the first year of college and be currently enrolled in a four year or graduate-level academic program. Candidates must have the authority to work in the US on a permanent basis, without requiring sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity: We are proud to be an EEO employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, age, ancestry, marital status, disability (including learning, mental, intellectual, and physical), service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Drug Free Environment: We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.