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Intern - Data Engineer

National Information Solutions Cooperative (NISC)
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA or Lake Saint Louis, MO
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Internships
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Familiarity with SQL and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, or Scala)
  • Interest in cloud platforms (especially AWS) and big data tools like Spark or Databricks
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technologies
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Strong verbal and written, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Commitment to NISC's Statement of Shared Values
Nice to have
  • Exposure to data pipeline tools (e.g., Airflow, Hevo Data)
  • Experience with cloud services like AWS S3, Lambda, or EC2
  • Understanding of data warehousing or lakehouse concepts
  • Familiarity with version control systems like Git
What the job really is

The Data Engineer Intern will work with the Data Engineering team to assist in building and maintaining data pipelines, contribute to data architecture using AWS and Databricks, and help transform data from various sources. Interns will collaborate with software developers and data analysts, participate in team meetings, and explore automation opportunities to improve data workflows.

Benefits
  • Work on meaningful projects that impact real customers
  • Learn from experienced engineers and mentors
  • Gain exposure to enterprise-level data architecture and tools
  • Be part of a collaborative, mission-driven culture
  • Potential for future full-time opportunities
Things to weigh
  • Internship is for Summer 2027 (May - August)
  • Requires a minimum of 3 days per week in the office, with the possibility of up to 5 days
  • The role may involve manual processes that need automation
  • No specific salary or compensation details provided
Job score3/5
Benefits3/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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