Summer 2027 Financial Analyst Internship

About the role

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is seeking a Summer 2027 Financial Analyst Intern to support the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team. The intern will gain hands‑on experience with financial analysis in the energy industry, contributing to the annual budget preparation, monthly close processes, SPP’s western expansion, and other financial analysis projects. Responsibilities include data preparation, variance analysis, financial model updates, evaluating the financial performance of projects and lines of business, and supporting strategic decision‑making. Interns will also develop communication and technical writing skills by drafting budget commentary and preparing presentation materials for director‑level review. The internship is a 10–12‑week, full‑time, onsite experience in Little Rock, Arkansas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual budget preparation and monthly close processes.
• Prepare data, perform variance analysis, and provide explanations.
• Update and maintain financial models.
• Evaluate financial performance of SPP projects and lines of business.
• Assist with financial planning and strategic decision‑making.
• Draft budget commentary and prepare presentation materials for director‑level review.
• Deliver a final capstone presentation showcasing lessons learned and knowledge gained.

Requirements

• College student working toward a bachelor’s degree or higher 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.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• 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.

Benefits

• Paid internship.
• Housing assistance available if needed.
• Teaming activities and professional development opportunities outside regular work hours.
• Exposure to senior leadership and director‑level review processes.

Pay

Compensation is provided as a paid internship; specific salary details are not disclosed.

Schedule

Full‑time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., for a duration of 10–12 weeks.