Entry Level Data Analytics Associate Jobs
New grad data analytics associate jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site and hybrid settings across Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, with employers like Energy Transfer, 4P Consulting, and JBS INTERNATIONAL hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Huron is redefining what a global consulting organization can be. Advancing new ideas every day to build even stronger clients, individuals and communities. We’re helping our clients find new ways to drive growth, enhance business performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. And, we’re developing strategies and implementing solutions that enable the transformative change they need to own their future.
As a member of the Huron corporate team, you’ll help to evolve our business model to stay ahead of market forces, industry trends and client needs. Our accounting, finance, human resources, IT, legal, marketing and facilities management professionals work collaboratively to support Huron’s collective strategies and enable real transformation to produce sustainable business results.
Join our team and create your future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Data & Analytics Product Owner, Senior Associate supports agile development teams in delivering data products that drive business value. This role works closely with solution managers, product managers to translate business needs into data solutions. At the Senior Associate level, Data & Analytics Product Owners are expected to understand business processes, transactional systems, and data in their focused domain.
Responsibilities
Product Vision & Strategy
- Supports business leaders in identifying opportunities for data-driven solutions
- Contributes to product roadmap development for data and analytics initiatives
- Assists in translating business goals into product requirements, features, and user stories
- Prioritizes backlog items under guidance of a solution manager, in coordination with other product owners, product managers, and stakeholders
Agile Team Leadership
- Participates as Product Owner for agile development teams or specific product features
- Supports backlog refinement, sprint planning, and story elaboration sessions
- Actively participates in daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Provides input on scope and priorities to support team velocity and value delivery
- Works with Scrum Master and RTEs to address team needs
Stakeholder Management
- Supports communication between business stakeholders and development teams
- Participates in stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and provide updates
- Helps facilitate alignment between technical capabilities and business needs
- Assists in defining acceptance criteria for deliverables
Data Product Development
- Leads the development of analytics solutions including BI products, data science, and AI-integrated data solutions
- Reviews data products to ensure they meet quality standards and business requirements
- Collaborates with data engineers and architects on data modeling and technical design
- Applies best practices in data visualization, user experience, and analytics
Quality & Delivery
- Helps define acceptance criteria for features, including data quality rules
- Participates in reviewing completed work to ensure alignment with requirements
- Tracks product performance metrics and user adoption
- Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives in product features and team processes
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- 2-4 years of experience in product ownership, business analysis, or related role in data/analytics domains
- Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies and delivery practices
- Basic understanding of data engineering principles, data warehousing, or ETL processes
- Familiarity with BI and analytics platforms (Databricks, Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar)
- Understanding of data modeling or database design concepts
- Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to learn technical concepts and communicate them to different audiences
- Experience or willingness to learn user story writing, acceptance criteria, and backlog management
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), CSM, or similar agile certification
- Exposure to cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Interest in data visualization design principles
COMPENSATION
- The estimated base salary for this job is $100,000 - $135,000 USD. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $115,000 - $155,000 USD. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs.
POSITION LEVEL
Senior Associate
COUNTRY
United States of America
INTRODUCTION
Huron is redefining what a global consulting organization can be. Advancing new ideas every day to build even stronger clients, individuals and communities. We’re helping our clients find new ways to drive growth, enhance business performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. And, we’re developing strategies and implementing solutions that enable the transformative change they need to own their future.
As a member of the Huron corporate team, you’ll help to evolve our business model to stay ahead of market forces, industry trends and client needs. Our accounting, finance, human resources, IT, legal, marketing and facilities management professionals work collaboratively to support Huron’s collective strategies and enable real transformation to produce sustainable business results.
Join our team and create your future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Data & Analytics Product Owner, Senior Associate supports agile development teams in delivering data products that drive business value. This role works closely with solution managers, product managers to translate business needs into data solutions. At the Senior Associate level, Data & Analytics Product Owners are expected to understand business processes, transactional systems, and data in their focused domain.
Responsibilities
Product Vision & Strategy
- Supports business leaders in identifying opportunities for data-driven solutions
- Contributes to product roadmap development for data and analytics initiatives
- Assists in translating business goals into product requirements, features, and user stories
- Prioritizes backlog items under guidance of a solution manager, in coordination with other product owners, product managers, and stakeholders
Agile Team Leadership
- Participates as Product Owner for agile development teams or specific product features
- Supports backlog refinement, sprint planning, and story elaboration sessions
- Actively participates in daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Provides input on scope and priorities to support team velocity and value delivery
- Works with Scrum Master and RTEs to address team needs
Stakeholder Management
- Supports communication between business stakeholders and development teams
- Participates in stakeholder meetings to gather requirements and provide updates
- Helps facilitate alignment between technical capabilities and business needs
- Assists in defining acceptance criteria for deliverables
Data Product Development
- Leads the development of analytics solutions including BI products, data science, and AI-integrated data solutions
- Reviews data products to ensure they meet quality standards and business requirements
- Collaborates with data engineers and architects on data modeling and technical design
- Applies best practices in data visualization, user experience, and analytics
Quality & Delivery
- Helps define acceptance criteria for features, including data quality rules
- Participates in reviewing completed work to ensure alignment with requirements
- Tracks product performance metrics and user adoption
- Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives in product features and team processes
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- 2-4 years of experience in product ownership, business analysis, or related role in data/analytics domains
- Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies and delivery practices
- Basic understanding of data engineering principles, data warehousing, or ETL processes
- Familiarity with BI and analytics platforms (Databricks, Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or similar)
- Understanding of data modeling or database design concepts
- Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to learn technical concepts and communicate them to different audiences
- Experience or willingness to learn user story writing, acceptance criteria, and backlog management
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), CSM, or similar agile certification
- Exposure to cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Interest in data visualization design principles
COMPENSATION
- The estimated base salary for this job is $100,000 - $135,000 USD. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $115,000 - $155,000 USD. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs.
POSITION LEVEL
Senior Associate
COUNTRY
United States of America
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Entry Level Data Analytics Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level data analytics associate job?
Employers hiring entry level data analytics associates look for hands-on evidence of skills over years of experience. A portfolio with two or three completed projects using SQL, Excel, Python, or Tableau signals readiness more than coursework alone. Internships, capstone projects, and even self-directed analyses on public datasets all count. Tailor your resume to each posting and highlight the tools the job description names explicitly.
Which companies hire entry level data analytics associates?
Companies hiring entry level data analytics associates right now include Energy Transfer, 4P Consulting, and JBS INTERNATIONAL, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a wide range of employers, including large enterprises building out analytics teams and mid-size companies where junior analysts take on broad responsibilities early.
Are there remote entry level data analytics associate jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 75% of entry level data analytics associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so the options are real for candidates who need location flexibility. Many fully remote postings at this level still expect regular availability during core business hours for team meetings and collaboration.
Are these new grad data analytics associate jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior data analytics associate roles. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats internships, academic projects, or a self-built portfolio as qualifying credentials. If a posting does not require prior full-time employment and lists foundational tools like SQL or Excel, it is generally open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level data analytics associates?
Entry Level data analytics associate roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors generate large volumes of structured data that require junior analysts to clean, interpret, and report on, making them consistent entry points for candidates building their first years of professional experience.