Data Analyst Intern Internships
Data analyst intern internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience working with real datasets, mentorship from working data scientists and analysts, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Energy and Technology & Software, with Meta, Vertiv, and ByteDance among the employers posting roles now.
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Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent
- Must have completed their Sophomore year.
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
- Knowledge of basic computer science concepts, such as data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, etc.
- Familiarity with .NET framework and C# programming language
- Experience with web development technologies, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, etc.
- Ability to learn new technologies to include artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and solve problems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and quality.
- Creativity and innovation
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent
- Must have completed their Sophomore year.
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
- Knowledge of basic computer science concepts, such as data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, etc.
- Familiarity with .NET framework and C# programming language
- Experience with web development technologies, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, etc.
- Ability to learn new technologies to include artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and solve problems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and quality.
- Creativity and innovation
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
Data Analyst Intern Internship Market
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Tips for Your Data Analyst Intern Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers with structured analyst intern cohorts, financial services firms, tech companies, consulting practices, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing applications in October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Check listings consistently so you catch both cycles.
Build a portfolio before you apply
At the intern level, projects carry more weight than work history. Complete two or three end-to-end analyses using real or public datasets, document your methodology, and publish the code and outputs to a GitHub repository or a public dashboard. A linked portfolio gives recruiters something to assess when your resume is light on professional experience.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and recruiters at fairs often move faster for students they meet in person. Professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts at the same time to widen your reach.
Practice the analytics screen out loud before interviewing
Data analyst intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering SQL queries, data cleaning scenarios, or case-style questions about interpreting results. Practice solving these out loud and explaining your reasoning step by step, interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Many large employers run dedicated analyst development programs or rotational internships built to train people new to the field. These cohorts recruit early, fill fast, and often offer stronger mentorship and project exposure than ad-hoc intern roles. Identify the programs that fit your background and apply in the first wave of their recruiting cycle.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 31% of the data analyst intern internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start reviewing listings. Filtering by work type and location up front means you spend your time on roles you can actually accept.
Data Analyst Intern Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a data analyst intern internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A portfolio of documented analyses, linked code repositories, or published dashboards gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where data recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a data analyst intern internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for data analyst intern candidates is consistent performance on real project deliverables, team headcount at the end of the summer, and whether a return-offer slot exists. Deliver solid work and communicate interest early, but keep applying to full-time roles in parallel so you're not depending on one outcome.
When should I apply for data analyst intern internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, tech companies, financial firms, and consulting practices with structured cohorts, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often with deadlines in October or November. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch both waves rather than missing the early ones.
Are data analyst intern internships paid?
Most professional data analyst intern internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Academic credit-only arrangements exist but are far less common in the private sector. Filter by disclosed pay where it matters to you.
What should a data analyst intern internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history, name the tools used (SQL, Python, Tableau, R) and link to the work directly: a GitHub repository, a published analysis, or a public dashboard. Add relevant coursework in statistics, data management, or business intelligence. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote data analyst intern internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 69% of the data analyst intern internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill quickly because they draw applicants from across the country, so apply as soon as a role opens and filter by work type to see them without sorting through every listing.
Can international students get data analyst intern 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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