Data Science Intern – Renewable Energy & Battery Optimization

About nextract energy

nextract energy develops AI-powered software that helps battery storage systems capture and monetize renewable energy that would otherwise be lost due to grid congestion.

Your Role

As a Data Science Intern, you will help develop forecasting and optimization models that improve battery operation and renewable energy integration. Your work will directly influence commercial battery projects and energy trading decisions.

What You'll Work On

• Work on machine learning models for price and curtailment forecasting
• Analyze energy market and renewable generation datasets
• Improve battery optimization algorithms
• Build customer data analysis frameworks
• Support research and development of new AI-driven features
• Communicate insights through dashboards and visualizations for customers

What We're Looking For

• Studies in Data Science, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or (Industrial) Engineering, or similar
• Familiarity with or curiosity about renewable energy systems, energy markets, and energy storage

Nice to Have

• Experience with forecasting models
• Knowledge of optimization methods
• Experience with cloud computing or MLOps

What You'll Gain

• Real-world experience applying AI to the energy transition
• Work on commercial battery storage projects
• Direct mentorship from the founders
• Opportunity to contribute to technology with measurable climate impact