Data Engineering Manager Internships
Data engineering manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working data engineering managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Consulting & Professional Services, with Tesla, TikTok, and Fintech among the employers posting roles now.
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Join Fintech in Tampa, Florida as a Data Engineering Intern!
We are looking for a Data Engineer Intern to support our analytics and data platform initiatives. In this role, you will help build and maintain data pipelines, improve data quality, and work closely with engineers and analysts to enable reliable, scalable data solutions.
Essential Functions:
Project Responsibility: Simple Data Transformations and Reports
Technical Competencies:
- Basic SQL and Python programming
- Understanding of data concepts and terminology
- Simple ETL processes and data validation
- Data quality basics and documentation
- Introduction to Azure Data Lake and Databricks
- Basic data visualization with Apache Superset
- Understanding of financial data and transaction processing
Soft Skills:
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Curiosity about data patterns and insights
- Ability to follow detailed procedures
- Basic analytical thinking
- Willingness to learn complex technical concepts
- Documentation and organization skills
Qualifications:
- Current Student or Recent Graduate (preferably Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Statistics, or related field.)
- 0 – 1 years of experience (preferably in Data or BI)
About Fintech:
For over 35 years, Fintech LLC has redefined how over 1.1 million B2B relationships buy and sell goods and services in the retail, hospitality, and alcohol industries. This integrated platform centralizes invoice data and payments, POS and delivery data, product and cost compliance, price book management, and industry market data using AI, seamless integration capabilities, and proprietary automation technology.
Fintech is a Drug-Free Workplace. Fintech is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Fintech’s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment. We E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Join Fintech in Tampa, Florida as a Data Engineering Intern!
We are looking for a Data Engineer Intern to support our analytics and data platform initiatives. In this role, you will help build and maintain data pipelines, improve data quality, and work closely with engineers and analysts to enable reliable, scalable data solutions.
Essential Functions:
Project Responsibility: Simple Data Transformations and Reports
Technical Competencies:
- Basic SQL and Python programming
- Understanding of data concepts and terminology
- Simple ETL processes and data validation
- Data quality basics and documentation
- Introduction to Azure Data Lake and Databricks
- Basic data visualization with Apache Superset
- Understanding of financial data and transaction processing
Soft Skills:
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Curiosity about data patterns and insights
- Ability to follow detailed procedures
- Basic analytical thinking
- Willingness to learn complex technical concepts
- Documentation and organization skills
Qualifications:
- Current Student or Recent Graduate (preferably Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Statistics, or related field.)
- 0 – 1 years of experience (preferably in Data or BI)
About Fintech:
For over 35 years, Fintech LLC has redefined how over 1.1 million B2B relationships buy and sell goods and services in the retail, hospitality, and alcohol industries. This integrated platform centralizes invoice data and payments, POS and delivery data, product and cost compliance, price book management, and industry market data using AI, seamless integration capabilities, and proprietary automation technology.
Fintech is a Drug-Free Workplace. Fintech is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Fintech’s management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment. We E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Data Engineering Manager Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
Tips for Your Data Engineering Manager Internship Search
Start your application earlier than you think
Large employers open summer data engineering manager internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Checking listings in late summer and early fall puts you ahead of most candidates competing for the same structured cohort seats.
Build a portfolio before you apply
For data engineering manager intern candidates, documented project work matters more than a long resume. Publish two or three pipeline, architecture, or data modeling projects on GitHub with clear README files explaining your design decisions, the tools you used, and the outcomes. Recruiters want something they can open and assess, not just a list of skills.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside that campus activity reaches employers who never attend fairs and widens the pool you can realistically land in.
Practice the data engineering manager intern screen out loud
Intern interviews for data engineering manager roles typically include a technical screen covering data structures, SQL query design, and pipeline architecture scenarios. Practice answering these problems out loud while 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
Larger employers in technology and enterprise software run cohort-based or rotational data engineering internship programs specifically built to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early and fill in the first application wave. Identify the ones that align with your background and submit before general applications open.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 71% of the data engineering manager internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to before you search, then filter by location and work type so you spend time on roles you can take. Migrate Mate's work-type filter lets you switch between on-site, hybrid, and remote views without re-running your search.
Data Engineering Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a data engineering manager internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For data engineering manager candidates, a GitHub repository with documented pipeline projects or data architecture samples gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a data engineering manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for data engineering manager interns is performance on real project work, available headcount on the team, and how early in your internship you signal interest. Position yourself by delivering on your assigned scope and asking your manager about the return-offer timeline without counting on a specific outcome.
When should I apply for data engineering manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often opening applications in August or September for positions that start the following May or June. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch both cycles.
Are data engineering manager internships paid?
Most professional data engineering manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the range where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements are uncommon at established technology and enterprise firms but do appear occasionally at early-stage startups.
What should a data engineering manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that show the tools you used, data pipeline frameworks, orchestration tools, or SQL and Python work, and link directly to your GitHub repositories or published analyses so reviewers can verify the work. Add relevant coursework in data systems or distributed computing and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote data engineering manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 29% of the data engineering manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract candidates nationwide, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Use the work-type filter to see only remote or hybrid listings and avoid sorting through positions you cannot take.
Can international students get data engineering manager 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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