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Intern - Data Engineer

NISC
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA
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)
  • 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
  • Ability to effectively adapt to change
  • Commitment to NISC's Statement of Shared Values
Nice to have
  • Interest in cloud platforms (especially AWS) and big data tools like Spark or Databricks
  • 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, contributing to data architecture using AWS and Databricks, and transforming data from various sources. The role involves collaboration with software developers and data analysts, participating in team meetings, and exploring automation opportunities to improve data workflows.

Things to weigh
  • Internship is for Summer 2027, which may limit immediate opportunities for candidates seeking work sooner
  • Hybrid work schedule requires a minimum of 3 days in the office, which may not suit all candidates
Job score2.6/5
Benefits1/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency0/5

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