Business Intelligence Engineer Internships
Business intelligence engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working with real data pipelines and analytics systems, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Medical Devices, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, with Navy Federal Credit Union, Dominion Energy, and Ryan Companies US among the employers posting roles now.
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What Your Job Will Be Like
We are seeking a Year Round - Business Undergraduate Intern to join our dynamic team!
On any given day, you may be called on to:
- Support the Field Intelligence Element (FIE) Equipment Inspection and Compliance Program (check items in and out of the equipment inspection area, update tracking systems, interface with customers, deliver items as needed, etc.)
- Log information into FIE applications
- Perform data analysis and compile metrics
- Present metrics and briefings to stakeholders, including leadership
- Create documentation using Microsoft Power Point, Excel, and Word
- Read technical documents and synthesize information to write and update trainings, policies, procedures and other documentation
- Manage processes and provide suggestions for process improvement
- Develop and maintain relationships with peers, managers and customers
- Coordinate and schedule meetings
- Collect, analyze and present feedback
Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.
Salary Range
At Sandia, we value the important work done by our interns and its contribution to National Security. Because of this, our interns earn competitive pay rates. Our pay structure is based on earned credit hours, classification, and degree level. Your pay rate will be determined during the hire process and included in your offer package. You can view the Intern Pay Rate chart here.
Qualifications We Require
You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:
- Currently attending and enrolled full time in a related accredited undergraduate program
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Ability to work up to 25 hours per week during the academic year, and up to 40 hours per week during the summer
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship
Note: If you have not earned a HS diploma or equivalent, please apply to a high school intern position.
Qualifications We Desire
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Management or similar field
- Experience working both independently and in team environments
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Power Point and Word
- Knowledge of business principles and processes
- Interest in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to solve complex problems
- Knowledge or experience working in a security related field
- Knowledge or experience working with government centric community
Posting Duration
This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.
About Our Team
The Field Intelligence Element (FIE) performs high-impact, national security work for a broad segment of the Intelligence Community (IC). The FIE Special Security Office protects the information of our customers by providing a secure environment that allows Sandia to deliver products and services that protect our nation's security. The FIE Special Security Office is responsible for interpretation and oversight of security requirements, to include physical security, access controls, facility accreditation, incident investigation, and clearance management.
About Sandia
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:
- Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
- Extraordinary co-workers
- Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
- Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
- Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*
World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
- These benefits vary by job classification.
Security Clearance
Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance and SCI access, both of which require US citizenship. SCI access may also require a polygraph examination. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain these levels of access may be impacted.
Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.
EEO
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.
NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs
If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.
If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.
Business Intelligence Engineer Internship Market
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- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
- Banking & Financial Services
Tips for Your Business Intelligence Engineer Internship Search
Apply before fall semester ends for summer roles
Large employers at technology and finance companies open summer business intelligence engineer internship applications as early as August and close them by November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, but waiting until spring means missing the most structured cohorts. Check postings as soon as the academic year begins.
Build a project portfolio before you send one application
Recruiting teams for business intelligence engineer internships have no work history to evaluate, so your portfolio is the interview before the interview. Publish two or three end-to-end projects on GitHub showing data modeling, SQL transformations, or dashboards built in Tableau or Power BI, and link them directly on your resume.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts at the same time, the two channels reach different pools and the combined effort widens your options significantly.
Practice your technical screen out loud before the first interview
Business intelligence engineer intern screens typically involve a SQL or Python coding problem, sometimes paired with a short data modeling or analytical reasoning question. Practice by working through problems out loud and explaining your reasoning step by step, not just producing an answer, interviewers weigh how you think about the problem as much as the final query or solution.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Larger companies run dedicated business intelligence engineer internship cohorts, including rotational programs that move you through pipeline, analytics, and reporting teams in a single summer. These programs are built for candidates new to the field, recruit months ahead of start dates, and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your background and apply in the first posting wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 33% of the business intelligence engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start applying, then filter by location and work type on Migrate Mate so you are reviewing only roles you can accept, not sorting through the full feed.
Business Intelligence Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a business intelligence engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio with documented projects showing SQL queries, data models, or dashboards you built, with links to the work so recruiters have something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a business intelligence engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for business intelligence engineer interns is consistent delivery on real work, the team's open headcount at the end of the summer, and how early you signal interest in returning. Perform well, ask about return-offer timelines mid-internship, and treat it as a long audition without banking on the outcome.
When should I apply for business intelligence engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers at major tech and finance companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with applications closing as early as October or November. Smaller companies, regional firms, and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check postings regularly rather than waiting for a single application season.
Are business intelligence engineer internships paid?
Most professional business intelligence engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and some programs also include housing stipends or relocation support. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly in the listing, so you can compare offers as you apply.
What should a business intelligence engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools you used, SQL, Python, dbt, Tableau, Power BI, or whatever applies, and link directly to your code repository, published analyses, or dashboard. Add relevant coursework in data engineering, analytics, or statistics. Keep the whole thing to one page.
Are there remote business intelligence engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 67% of the business intelligence engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly since they attract applicants from anywhere in the country, so apply early and use the work-type filter to surface them without sorting through every listing.
What is a business intelligence engineer rotational internship?
Rotational BI internships place you on two or three different data or analytics teams over a single summer, exposing you to pipeline engineering, reporting, and stakeholder-facing analytics in sequence. They are common at large technology and financial services companies, built specifically for people new to the field. These programs recruit early and are competitive, so identify them and apply in the first wave of postings.
Can international students get business intelligence engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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