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Quartz is seeking a curious, analytical, and technology-driven Data Automation Engineer Intern to join our team for Summer 2027. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise automation systems, troubleshooting complex workflows, and developing innovative solutions that improve operational efficiency across the organization.
If you enjoy solving puzzles, exploring how systems interact, and using technology to automate manual processes, we'd love to hear from you.
Internship Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Networking and team-building opportunities
- Week-long intern retreat in Madison, Wisconsin (June 1-4, 2027)
- Personality and productivity workshops, including DiSC and Working Genius
- Dedicated intern buddy and mentorship support
- Mock interview and résumé development workshops
- Job shadowing opportunities
- Paid volunteer experience
- Access to Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
What You'll Do
As a Data Automation Engineer Intern, you'll work closely with our Automation Engineering team to support critical business processes and help improve the reliability and efficiency of enterprise systems.
Responsibilities may include:
- Investigate and troubleshoot automation workflows and system integrations
- Analyze logs and system data to identify root causes of issues
- Assist with monitoring, supporting, and maintaining automated processes
- Collaborate with engineers to resolve support tickets and operational challenges
- Create and enhance technical documentation for automation solutions
- Develop scripts and tools to improve system monitoring and operational visibility
- Participate in automation initiatives designed to reduce manual work and improve reliability
- Work with APIs, databases, servers, networks, and cloud-based technologies
What You'll Learn
During this internship, you'll gain exposure to:
- Enterprise automation and workflow management
- Systems administration fundamentals
- API integrations and data movement processes
- Log analysis and troubleshooting techniques
- Technical documentation best practices
- AI-assisted automation and emerging technologies
- Monitoring and alerting solutions
- Professional software development and operational support practices
To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must:
- Have a demonstrated interest in Data Analytics, Automation Engineering, Systems Administration, etc. as a possible career path
- Ability to work 40 hours per week from June to August 2027
- Graduating between December 2027 and May 2028
- Basic scripting experience using PowerShell, Bash, and/or python
- Must live within a 3-hour radius of Madison, WI and be willing to travel to headquarters from June to August
- Attend the summer intern program kickoff and retreat (June 1-4, 2027), and final intern presentation (Late July/Early August)
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States without requiring work visa sponsorship from Quartz, now or in the future
Hardware and equipment will be provided by the company, but candidates must have access to high-speed, non-satellite Internet to successfully work from home.
We offer an excellent benefit and compensation package, opportunity for career advancement and a professional culture built on the foundations of Respect, Responsibility, Resourcefulness and Relationships. To support a safe work environment, all employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.
Quartz values and embraces diversity and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified person with disability.
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Who's Hiring
- TikTok14

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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data engineer intern jobs.
- Proficiency in Python and SQL for data extraction, transformation, and loading
- Familiarity with at least one cloud platform such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
- Experience building or working with data pipelines using tools like Apache Airflow or dbt
- Coursework or project experience with distributed computing frameworks such as Apache Spark
- Exposure to a columnar data warehouse such as Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in computer science, data engineering, or a related field
Tips for Your Data Engineer Intern Job Search
Tailor your resume to pipeline tools
Recruiters scanning data engineer intern applications look for hands-on tool experience, not just coursework. Name the specific frameworks you have used, such as Apache Spark, Airflow, or dbt, and describe the data volume or context you worked with.
Build a portfolio with real datasets
A GitHub project that ingests, transforms, and loads a public dataset tells hiring managers more than a GPA does. Include a README that explains your design decisions and any trade-offs you made between latency, cost, and scalability.
Filter openings by tech stack before applying
Many data engineer intern postings list a primary cloud platform, such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, and a specific warehouse like Snowflake or BigQuery. Prioritize roles where your hands-on experience already matches at least one anchor technology in the listing.
Apply early to roles that fit
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Prepare for a SQL and Python coding screen
Most data engineer intern interviews include a timed technical screen focused on SQL window functions, joins, and Python data manipulation. Practice writing queries that aggregate and transform messy data under time pressure, not just clean textbook examples.
Follow up with a technical detail after interviews
After a technical interview, send a brief follow-up that references one specific problem you discussed and adds a note on how you would approach it differently. It signals genuine interest and keeps your name tied to a concrete technical conversation.
Data Engineer Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most data engineer interns?
The most active employers for data engineer interns right now are TikTok, ByteDance, and New York Life, and the most openings are in California, Washington, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is strongest at companies running large-scale data products where interns contribute directly to production pipelines.
How many data engineer intern jobs are remote?
About 37% of data engineer intern openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible internship categories in the tech sector. Roles focused on cloud infrastructure and analytics engineering tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions embedded in data platform teams often require some on-site collaboration.
How do you become a data engineer intern?
Start by building proficiency in Python and SQL through coursework and personal projects that involve real data transformation tasks. Set up a cloud environment on a free tier, build at least one end-to-end pipeline, and publish it publicly so employers can review your work. Then search for openings that match your current tech stack and apply directly to each role that fits your background.
Can you get a data engineer intern role with little experience?
Yes, many companies hire data engineer interns with no professional experience if you can demonstrate hands-on technical work. A self-directed project that ingests a public dataset, runs a transformation step, and loads output into a queryable table is often enough to clear a resume screen. Focus your applications on companies that list entry-level intern roles and emphasize learning over prior industry exposure.
What does the data engineer intern interview process look like?
Most data engineer intern interview processes include a recruiter screen, a take-home or live SQL and Python coding challenge, and a technical interview covering data modeling and pipeline design. Some companies add a system design round where you walk through how you would architect a simple ingestion workflow. The full process typically runs across a few weeks from initial screen to offer.
Where can I find and apply to data engineer intern jobs?
You can find and apply to data engineer intern jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your skills and location preferences, then apply directly to each one that fits. No detours, no middlemen, just the listings and a direct path to applying.
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