Summer 2027 Financial Analyst Internship

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) works to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to millions of people in its service territory. The Financial Analyst Intern will support the Financial Planning and Analysis team through budget preparation, monthly close processes, variance analysis, financial modeling, and evaluation of project and business-line performance. The role also involves preparing budget commentary and presentation materials while developing analytical, communication, and technical writing skills.

What you'll do:

• The Financial Analyst Intern will support SPP’s Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team while gaining hands-on experience with financial analysis in the energy industry
• The intern’s primary project will involve supporting the annual budget preparation and monthly close processes, along with opportunities to contribute to SPP’s western expansion and other financial analysis projects
• Throughout the internship, the intern will assist with data preparation, variance analysis and explanations, and financial model updates
• They will also gain experience evaluating the financial performance of SPP projects and lines of business and supporting financial planning and strategic decision-making
• In addition to the analytical work, the intern will build communication and technical writing skills by drafting budget commentary and preparing presentation materials for director-level review
• Interns will deliver a final presentation showcasing lessons learned and knowledge gained

What they're looking for:

• **PLEASE NOTE:** **SPP is not able to sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying.**
• College student working toward a bachelor's degree or above in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field
• Must be entering senior year or have completed at least three years of undergraduate coursework by the start of the internship
• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Analytical acumen with the ability to interpret financial data
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across departments
• This is a temporary, onsite summer 2026 internship in Little Rock, Arkansas. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
• This position requires no travel

Benefits:

• Housing available if needed
• Teaming activities outside of regular work hours
• Professional development opportunities outside of regular work hours