Intern - Data Analyst

Data Analyst Intern
Summer Internship Program Department: IT / Accounting (Rotational)
Reports To: Data & Analytics Manager
Location: Houston, TX, with potential travel to project sites across Texas
Employment Type: Paid Summer Intern (10–12 Weeks)
With over 18 years of experience, Hays Electrical Services is a nationally recognized electrical contractor delivering high-quality, safe, and reliable electrical solutions across commercial, industrial, and specialty markets. Licensed in multiple states and trusted by leading general contractors, Hays is built on a foundation of safety, excellence, drive, communication, and client focus.
Our Summer Internship Program gives students hands-on exposure to real projects, a dedicated mentor and supervisor, and the chance to build a defined deliverable presented to leadership at the end of the summer — with strong performers considered for full-time roles after graduation.
## Position Summary
The Data Analyst Intern will support data analytics initiatives spanning IT and Accounting/Finance, building the dashboards and reports that help Hays leadership make faster, better-informed decisions. This role offers rotational exposure across two departments, giving the intern a broad view of how data drives both operational and financial decision-making at a growing electrical contractor.
## Key Responsibilities
Reporting & Dashboards
- Build and maintain Power BI dashboards covering recruiting, project cost, and financial KPIs.
- Support ad hoc data and reporting requests from leadership.
Data Quality & Analysis
- Clean and validate data across systems (ERP, ATS, HRIS).
- Identify trends and anomalies, and support root-cause analysis on data discrepancies.
Financial & Operational Analytics
- Support cost tracking and budget analysis alongside the Accounting team.
- Assist with reconciliation and reporting automation.
Cross-Department Collaboration
- Partner with IT, Accounting, and Recruiting to understand reporting needs and translate them into analytics deliverables.

Qualifications & Skills

- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics or a related field
- Proficiency in Excel; exposure to Power BI, SQL, or similar tools preferred
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills
- Ability to communicate data insights clearly to non-technical audiences

Preferred

- Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar BI tools
- Basic SQL or database querying experience
- Coursework or experience in financial or construction-industry analytics

Internship Program Details

- Paid, 10–12 week summer program (early June – mid-August)
- Assigned supervisor for day-to-day work plus a separate mentor for informal guidance and support
- Company-wide orientation, weekly lunch-and-learns with department leaders, and a mid-summer check-in
- Capstone project presented to department and executive leadership in the final week
- Strong performers — particularly graduating seniors — will be considered for full-time offers

## Why Join Hays Electrical Services?
At Hays Electrical Services, you're joining a team that values professionalism, accountability, and growth. As part of our Summer Internship Program, you'll get real project exposure, direct mentorship, and a genuine look at what a career at Hays could look like.
Program Includes:
- Competitive paid internship wage
- Dedicated mentor and supervisor throughout the program
- Cross-department exposure through lunch-and-learns and cohort events
- Capstone project and final presentation to leadership
- Consideration for full-time employment upon graduation