What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intern - Solar Data Operations position at National Education Loan Network, Inc. (NELN)?
Our Vision: We make dreams possible. Yes, we’re a student loan servicer. We’re also a technology company, idea incubator, start-up accelerator, and K-12 and higher education expert. At Nelnet, we’re so much more than what you think—and we’re just getting started. So, no matter what you want to do in life—build codes or build brands—we’re the best place to do it. Join Nelnet as an intern and do real work that matters to our business. All Nelnet interns receive one-on-one mentorship, competitive pay, casual dress, flexible schedule, intern-specific programming, and meaningful work experience. Apply to one of our internships today. Your career awaits. Nelnet is a corporate taxpayer with a strong appetite and investment capacity for various tax credits, especially renewable energy investment tax credits. As this portfolio has grown, data from our invested projects has grown. In Nelnet’s effort to actively increase its syndication volume and scale its solar investment business, the business requires an individual to assist the team with data automation, agentic frameworks, and process streamlining. This position will be integral in assisting the team organize and extract data, develop data pipelines, improving processes, and generating business intelligence. Other activities may include research related to new technologies or service offerings, participation in strategic meetings, and interaction with other team members, investors, and solar developers. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the team in collecting, cleaning, and organizing data from a variety of sources related to solar project investments. Involves coordination and collaboration with the team’s leader to create innovative pipelines and workflows. Includes various types of technology and artificial intelligence research, team communication, and presentation. Support the automation and development of scalable databases, dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that illustrate key findings to internal and external stakeholders. Work with tools including Python, Excel, Power Automate, and LLM-Oriented OCR software. Related proficiencies such as SQL and Power BI are also valuable. Improve the integration of solar project data with internal Microsoft Copilot capabilities. Help streamline data documentation practices and process coordination to improve team efficiency and data integrity. Collaborate with team members to maintain accurate and up-to-date data in internal systems and spreadsheets. Maintain sensitive business information and ensure data security across all technologies and platforms. Learn and understand the general economics and structure of solar tax equity investments. Review and organize documents related to solar investment due diligence, underwriting, and project parameters. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree-seeking with an emphasis in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Business, or Finance. EXPERIENCE: Completion of data analytics, programming, and finance courses in a degree-seeking capacity. Proficient with Microsoft Office programs Excel, Word, and Power Point. Experience in a programming language such as Python or SQL. COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES: Consistent, High-Quality Results: Establishes credibility by producing timely, accurate and insightful results. Earns respect of others through effective interaction with all teams. Strong Microsoft Excel experience. Programming skills in Python. Understanding of LLM-based data extraction and agentic AI frameworks. Analytical/Detail-Oriented: Employs high analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Pays attention to detail. Efficiency/Accountability: Allocates time efficiently, continually seeks ways to improve individual and team productivity. Highly accountable and able to manage multiple complex tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Effective follow through skills. Energy, Drive, and Motivation: Embraces challenges enthusiastically, then executes relentlessly. Possesses strong project management and organizational skills. Able to work independently. Strong/confident communication style: Effectively communicates with and engages all levels of the organization from peers to executive management both verbally and in writing. Displays confidence in expressing opinions and in offering a point of view. Strong interpersonal skills. Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net. Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace. You may know Nelnet as the nation’s largest student loan servicer – but we do more than that. A lot more. We’re also a professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payment processor, renewable energy innovator, and K-12 and higher education expert (and that’s just a shortlist). For over 40 years, we’ve been serving our customers, associates, and communities to make dreams possible. EEO Info | EEO Letter | EPPA Info | FMLA Info