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Pricing and Offer Strategy – Artificial Intelligence (AI) Intern
Job Description
Overview
- The Pricing and Offer Strategy AI Intern will support Vistra’s Residential Pricing team in developing and optimizing product pricing strategies using financial modeling, data analysis, and AI-driven tools. This role focuses on enhancing speed-to-market and improving pricing processes through automation leveraging Agentic AI approach.
- During the 8–10 week internship, the intern will gain hands-on experience in competitive retail energy markets and modern pricing strategy practices. The role will center on a high-impact project leveraging data and AI, culminating in a final presentation of insights and recommendations to senior departmental leadership.
Key Accountabilities
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Regulatory, Marketing, Product, and Finance) to support pricing initiatives and go-to-market strategies.
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Leverage in-house AI tools to improve pricing workflows, automate repetitive processes, and accelerate speed-to-market.
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Identify and implement process improvement opportunities to streamline pricing, reporting, and offer deployment.
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Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate pricing performance and recommendations to leadership.
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Monitor competitor pricing, market trends, and regulatory impacts to inform strategy adjustments.
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Document methodologies, assumptions, and decision frameworks to support consistency and scalability.
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
- Currently pursuing or a recent graduate of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large datasets and translate findings into business insights.
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Experience or coursework in data analysis, statistics, or financial modeling.
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Exposure to AI/ML concepts, automation tools, or prompt engineering is a strong plus.
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Skilled in using computer software applications such as Microsoft Office (required), SQL/Python (required), Tableau (preferred).
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Familiarity with pricing, retail energy markets, or regulated industries is a plus but not required.
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Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to stakeholders.
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Detail-oriented with a high level of intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn.
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Interest in applying AI tools to real-world business problems.
Job Family
General Services
Company
Vistra Retail Operations Company
Locations
Irving, Texas
We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.
It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.
Job Summary
Pricing and Offer Strategy – Artificial Intelligence (AI) Intern
Job Description
Overview
- The Pricing and Offer Strategy AI Intern will support Vistra’s Residential Pricing team in developing and optimizing product pricing strategies using financial modeling, data analysis, and AI-driven tools. This role focuses on enhancing speed-to-market and improving pricing processes through automation leveraging Agentic AI approach.
- During the 8–10 week internship, the intern will gain hands-on experience in competitive retail energy markets and modern pricing strategy practices. The role will center on a high-impact project leveraging data and AI, culminating in a final presentation of insights and recommendations to senior departmental leadership.
Key Accountabilities
- Partner with cross-functional teams (Regulatory, Marketing, Product, and Finance) to support pricing initiatives and go-to-market strategies.
-
Leverage in-house AI tools to improve pricing workflows, automate repetitive processes, and accelerate speed-to-market.
-
Identify and implement process improvement opportunities to streamline pricing, reporting, and offer deployment.
-
Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate pricing performance and recommendations to leadership.
-
Monitor competitor pricing, market trends, and regulatory impacts to inform strategy adjustments.
-
Document methodologies, assumptions, and decision frameworks to support consistency and scalability.
Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements
- Currently pursuing or a recent graduate of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with large datasets and translate findings into business insights.
-
Experience or coursework in data analysis, statistics, or financial modeling.
-
Exposure to AI/ML concepts, automation tools, or prompt engineering is a strong plus.
-
Skilled in using computer software applications such as Microsoft Office (required), SQL/Python (required), Tableau (preferred).
-
Familiarity with pricing, retail energy markets, or regulated industries is a plus but not required.
-
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
-
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to stakeholders.
-
Detail-oriented with a high level of intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn.
-
Interest in applying AI tools to real-world business problems.
Job Family
General Services
Company
Vistra Retail Operations Company
Locations
Irving, Texas
We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.
It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an AI Intern
Align your training plan with AI coursework
Your DS-2019 requires a formal training plan linking the internship to your current degree program. Document specific AI coursework, lab projects, or thesis work that directly connects to the machine learning or data tasks in the host role.
Confirm the host employer qualifies first
Not every company can host a J-1 intern. Before applying, verify the employer has a U.S. physical worksite, carries adequate liability insurance, and is willing to co-sign a training plan with your designated sponsor organization.
Search for roles on Migrate Mate by sponsorship type
Use Migrate Mate to filter AI Intern openings by employers with demonstrated J-1 hosting history. This narrows your search to companies already familiar with DS-2019 requirements, reducing the risk of an offer that falls through at the sponsorship stage.
Disclose your J-1 category during initial outreach
Mention the Intern category, not just the J-1 visa, when contacting recruiters. AI teams at research labs and tech companies sometimes confuse Intern and Trainee categories, which have different eligibility rules and maximum program durations.
Request your DS-2019 at least four weeks early
Your designated sponsor organization issues the DS-2019 only after reviewing and approving your training plan. Processing with organizations like CIEE or Cultural Vistas typically takes two to three weeks, so factor that into your start-date negotiation with the host employer.
Check whether your role triggers the two-year rule
J-1 interns funded by a foreign government or whose home country lists the occupation as a skills shortage may face a two-year home residency requirement after the program ends. Confirm your specific situation with your designated sponsor before accepting an AI internship offer.
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Find AI Intern JobsAI Intern J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category covers AI Intern positions?
The J-1 Intern category is the correct fit for AI Intern roles. It is designed for degree-seeking students or individuals who graduated within the past 12 months and want practical training directly related to their field of study. The Trainee category applies to early-career professionals with at least one year of post-degree work experience, so your eligibility depends on where you are in your academic or professional timeline.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an AI internship?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the employer. Organizations like CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or IIE issue your DS-2019 and monitor your program compliance. The tech company or research lab where you work is called the host employer. You need both a willing host and an approved designated sponsor before you can apply for your J-1 visa at a U.S. consulate.
How do I find host employers open to J-1 AI interns?
Migrate Mate lets you search AI Intern roles filtered by employers with J-1 sponsorship alignment, which saves significant time compared to cold outreach. Many AI research labs, technology companies, and university-affiliated institutes regularly host J-1 interns, but you need to confirm their willingness to co-sign a training plan and meet your designated sponsor's host employer requirements before the offer becomes viable.
Can I work on AI projects at a startup as a J-1 intern?
Yes, but startups face more scrutiny from designated sponsors during host employer vetting. Your sponsor organization will assess whether the startup has a verifiable U.S. address, sufficient insurance coverage, and the organizational capacity to provide structured training. Early-stage companies without dedicated HR teams may struggle to complete the required training plan documentation on the timeline your sponsor requires.
Does the two-year home residency requirement apply to AI interns?
It applies in specific circumstances, not automatically. If your home country government funds your exchange program, or if your home country includes your occupation on its Skills List, USCIS may require you to return home for two years before changing to most other visa statuses. AI and machine learning roles appear on several countries' skills shortage lists, so confirm your eligibility with your designated sponsor before the program begins.
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