2026 Summer Intern, Data Science

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Description

**Ready to make a difference?**  

We are seeking a motivated **Data Scientist** **intern** to join our Energy Analytics team.

In this role, you will support client-facing projects that accelerate the transition to a smarter, cleaner electric grid.

You’ll work across the full data pipeline—from engineering and analysis to visualization—while engaging directly with project managers to implement high-impact solutions in distributed energy resources (DER), electric vehicle (EV) integration, and load flexibility.

**This is an entry-level, 10-week, full time internship that begins in early June 2026.

Work will be remote from the United States.** **Pay** **is expected to be $28 per hour.** **At this time** **, relocation** **nor** **housing assistance is available for this position.**  

**What you will be doing:**  

+ Support client projects across energy, electrification, and DER domains through:

+ **Data Engineering:** Design and implement scalable data pipelines to ingest, clean, and transform large datasets using Python, SQL, and Databricks

+ **Data Science & Analytics:** Conduct exploratory data analysis to uncover trends and patterns, develop predictive models and machine learning solutions that drive actionable insights, and build AI-powered agents to optimize decision-making in energy systems

+ **Data Visualization:** Create intuitive, high-impact dashboards and reports in Power BI and Microsoft Fabric to effectively communicate insights and support data-driven decisions

+ Attend regular stakeholder meetings and collaborate with project managers to understand goals, manage timelines, and incorporate feedback

+ Translate client requirements into well-structured analytics tasks and deliverables

+ Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code while optimizing workflows for performance and scalability

+ Manage and prioritize a diverse set of technical assignments across multiple projects

+ Work with cross-functional teams including data engineers, scientists, and policy experts to ensure high-quality client deliverables

+ Stay up to date on tools, trends, and best practices in energy analytics and visualization

**Basic Qualifications: **

+ By start date, acceptance/ enrollment verification, or at least 9 credit hours of completed graduate-level courses in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field

+ A completed bachelor’s degree 

+ Candidate must be a US citizen, reside in the U.S., be authorized to work in the U.S., and all work must be performed in the U.S. per contract requirements

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Proficiency in Python and SQL

+ Hands-on experience using Python Pandas for data manipulation and NumPy for numerical computing

+ Ability to write clean, maintainable code and collaborate in cross-functional teams

+ Excellent communication and organizational skills to support client meetings and deliverables

+ Effective time management and ability to adapt to changing priorities

+ Experience working in cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform, including deploying and managing data workflows

+ Proficiency in using Databricks for scalable data processing, analytics, and collaborative development

+ Familiarity with large-scale data analytics frameworks like Apache PySpark for distributed computing and big data processing

+ Understanding of AI/ML concepts, including model development and building intelligent agents to solve complex problems

+ Experience designing and building interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI to visualize complex data and support decision-making

+ Experience working with and supporting Agile development teams

+ Ability to learn quickly, understand, and work with new emerging technologies, methodologies, and solutions in the cloud/IT technology space

+ The ability to work closely with and explain technical concepts/solutions to non-technical client stakeholders

**Working at ICF**

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants.

We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

For more information, please read our EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.

To request an accommodation, please email  Candidateaccommodation@icf.com  and we will be happy to assist.

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.



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**Candidate AI Usage Policy**

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge.

As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted.

This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.



However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI.

If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at  candidateaccommodation@icf.com .

We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

 

**Pay Range** - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$41,614.00 - $70,744.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)

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