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Administrative Support Assistant 2 Non-ExemptJob Family:
Administrative SupportTime Type:
Part timeApply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma and two-years (2) experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.Job Profile Summary:
Provides routine administrative support to a department or group of professionals in support of department goals.
Job Description:
Position Salary Range:
$20.75 per hour
Career Services (CS) at Arizona State University seeks a motivated Management Intern (MI) for Data & Analytics. The MI will maintain dashboards and create reports focusing on student career outcomes and engagement data, helping our unit make data-driven decisions. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to use modern tech tools to streamline routine workflows.
DAYS AND SCHEDULE : Work location is primarily at the Tempe campus; however, the incumbent may be required to travel to off-campus events and other ASU campuses to perform work, driving their own vehicle. This is a 20-hour per week position and may include some nights and weekends, with flexible days and hours based on programming and communication timelines. This Internship program is a short term-position of a 12-month experience or less. An additional one-year extension may be offered contingent upon an annual review.
What’s in it for you:
Arizona State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes valuable employee benefits to enhance the total compensation of its staff. This package includes:
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
Low-cost health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement.
Paid time for volunteer and professional development.
10 Paid Holidays and competitive Vacation and Sick accruals each Pay Period.
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings.
Disability and leave program for income protection.
Employee assistance for free and confidential behavioral health services.
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships.
Essential Duties:
Serves in an intern capacity for Career Services with responsibilities that may include:
Dashboards & Reporting: Maintain and build interactive reports using Tableau and Alteryx to track career outcomes and engagement metrics.
Data Management: Write SQL queries to extract and analyze data, ensuring high accuracy and integrity.
Workflow Automation: Use Python scripting and AI tools to automate routine, repetitive tasks and improve operational efficiency.
ASU Collaboration: Partner on cross-functional projects with other ASU units and engage with the wider ASU data community.
Turning data into clear, actionable insights through strong analytical skills.
Supervision & Mentorship
The Career Data Management Intern will report directly to a Career Services staff member and work closely with colleagues supporting data analytics, reporting, and operational efficiency initiatives. The intern will receive:
Weekly one-on-one supervision meetings focused on project updates, workload prioritization, professional development, and ongoing feedback.
Structured goal-setting at the beginning of each semester to align internship projects with learning objectives, departmental priorities, and the intern’s academic and career interests.
Ongoing mentorship and coaching in data management strategies, SQL/Python programming, Tableau/Alteryx reporting, data-informed decision-making, and collaboration within a higher education setting.
Progressive responsibility and autonomy, with opportunities to take ownership of data-facing projects, automations, or reporting components as skills and confidence develop.
Supervision will emphasize reflective learning, inclusive engagement practices, and skill-building relevant to careers in data analytics, business intelligence, higher education, and related fields.
Professional Development & Learning Outcomes
Through this internship, the Career Data Management Intern will gain hands-on experience in:
Data Architecture & Analytics: Designing, maintaining, and supporting data-focused career readiness dashboards and interactive reports using modern tech tools.
Technical Pipeline Management: Writing SQL queries, extracting datasets, and managing data integrity to help the unit make data-driven decisions.
Workflow Automation: Applying Python scripting and AI tools to streamline routine, repetitive operational workflows and improve efficiency.
Metrics & Engagement Tracking: Tracking and analyzing student career outcomes and engagement metrics, synthesizing those insights to inform strategic outreach and service improvements.
Project & Time Management: Managing project timelines, dataset updates, and cross-functional workflow tools to support consistent and accurate institutional reporting.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partnering with cross-functional campus partners and engaging with the wider ASU data community to ensure aligned data standards and coordinated outreach.
The intern will develop highly transferable skills in programming, business intelligence reporting, data interpretation, project management, and stakeholder collaboration. These competencies will prepare them for future roles in data analytics, business intelligence, higher education administration, student affairs, operational management, and related tech or data-focused professions.
Desired Qualifications:
Enrollment as a graduate student in a closely related field (e.g., data analytics, business intelligence, information technology, computer science, management, higher education, or a related quantitative discipline).
Knowledge of data modeling, dashboarding, or business intelligence strategies.
Proficiency in SQL and Python; hands-on experience with Tableau and Alteryx is highly desirable.
Basic knowledge of project management and workflow automation principles.
Experience organizing datasets, managing timelines, and establishing prior data workflows.
Experience turning complex raw data into clear, actionable, and public-facing insights.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders and technical teams.
Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
Working Environment:
Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse.
Frequent communication to exchange accurate information.
Collaborative, team-oriented environment requiring professional interaction with diverse campus teams and the wider ASU data community.
Department Statement:
Career Services provides comprehensive programs, services, and resources across all four Phoenix-area locations, as well as ASU Online. The staff works collaboratively with Career Services leadership and colleagues at each location and as part of the Educational Outreach and Student Services (EOSS) Vice Presidential area. EOSS supports the ASU student community through services, involvement opportunities, and a rich Sun Devil experience to help students achieve their personal, academic, and career goals. Members of the ASU community aspire to live the Sun Devil Way, creating and sustaining a community that exemplifies achievement, engagement, and responsibility.
ASU offers a tuition discount for the employee, their spouse, and dependents, along with a competitive benefits package including paid vacation and holidays, health insurance, and more. For more information, please visit: https://cfo.asu.edu/benefits .
Driving Requirement:
Driving is not required for this position.Location:
Campus: TempeFunding:
No Federal FundingInstructions to Apply:
Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.
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https://www.myworkday.com/asu/d/inst/1$9925/9925$25575.htmldTo be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:
Cover letter
Resume or CV
Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.
Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.
Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.
Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.
Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
ASU Statement:
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf . You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources .
Employment Verification Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Fingerprint Check Statement:
A fingerprint check is not required for this position.Data And Analytics Internship Market
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Tips for Your Data And Analytics Internship Search
Apply for summer roles in the fall
Large employers open data and analytics internship applications in August and September for cohorts starting the following May or June. Waiting until spring means competing for a much smaller pool of late-posted roles. Set a reminder to check postings as soon as a new academic year begins.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Recruiters screening data and analytics intern candidates want something concrete to assess. Two or three documented projects, a cleaned dataset with analysis on GitHub, a published SQL case study, or a Tableau dashboard, give them that. Coursework alone rarely differentiates candidates at the intern level.
Work your campus network and apply directly
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. At the same time, apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts that don't recruit on campus, both channels together widen the roles you can reach.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Data and analytics intern interviews typically involve a SQL or Python coding screen, a case study using a real dataset, or a statistics and probability walkthrough. Interviewers weigh how you explain your reasoning as much as whether you reach the right answer, so practice talking through your approach before you sit in the actual screen.
Target rotational and cohort programs early
Many larger companies run structured rotational or university internship programs designed to train people entering data and analytics for the first time. These programs recruit months before general postings go live and fill their cohorts fast. Identify the programs that match your background and submit in the first application window.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 57% of the data and analytics internships listed here. Decide whether you can relocate, commute, or need remote flexibility before you open applications. Filtering by location and work type on Migrate Mate first means you spend your time on roles you can actually accept.
Data And Analytics Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a data and analytics internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level, and a linked GitHub repository or published analysis gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a data and analytics 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 and analytics interns is consistent performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and how early in your internship you signal interest. Position yourself by doing the work well without counting on the offer.
When should I apply for data and analytics internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit for summer cohorts the preceding fall, meaning applications open in August or September for a placement the following June. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and the cycle is not limited to one recruiting season.
Are data and analytics internships paid?
Most professional data and analytics internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid arrangements are less common in technical fields and are more often found in nonprofit or research settings.
What should a data and analytics internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools you used and link to where the work lives, a GitHub repository, a published analysis, or a Kaggle notebook. Add relevant coursework in statistics, SQL, Python, or visualization tools. Keep the whole thing to one page.
Are there remote data and analytics internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 43% of the data and analytics internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill quickly because they attract a national applicant pool, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
What is a data analytics rotational internship?
Rotational internship programs place you on two or three different teams within a company over the course of one summer or semester, giving you exposure to areas like business intelligence, data engineering, and product analytics in a single program. They target people new to the field, recruit early in the fall, and are competitive, apply in the first wave.
Can international students get data and analytics 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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