TN Visa Data Engineering Intern Jobs
Data Engineering Intern roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category when the position requires applying systems analysis techniques to data pipelines and infrastructure. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the border with no lottery wait. Mexican citizens need consular processing and face a 5,500-person annual cap.
Find TN Visa Data Engineering Intern JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 7+ Data Engineering Intern jobs
See all Data Engineering Intern Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Data Engineering Intern roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Launch Your Career with Cook Systems
Since 1990, Cook Systems—a certified veteran-owned IT consulting firm—has been helping businesses and professionals grow through innovation, integrity, and investment in people. We partner with Fortune 500 enterprises and high-growth companies alike to deliver agile technology solutions, AI-driven talent strategies, and our signature FastTrack program that develops the next generation of tech talent.
At Cook, you’ll find a culture that values excellence, creativity, and accountability. We believe in opportunity backed by trust—and in building careers that last. Check out what our team members have to say on our Glassdoor page, and discover why Cook Systems is where meaningful careers take off!
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Automation Engineer to lead the rapid delivery of high-impact automation solutions within a healthcare payer environment. In this role, you will act as a lead developer and lead Automation Solution design. You will be responsible for analyzing complex business workflows in Clinical, Enrollment, Provider, IT operations etc and converting them into streamlined, automated processes. You will own the assessment phase to identify repetitive, rules-based tasks that offer the highest ROI and build robust, scalable solutions. You will prioritize modern Generative AI approaches over legacy RPA methods where applicable to reduce maintenance overhead.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process Mining and Discovery: Lead workshops with business stakeholders in Enrollment, Provider, Clinical, IT etc to map workflows. Identify manual, repetitive workflows with clear logic and quantify the potential time savings and ROI of automation.
- Automation Solution: Design end-to-end automation workflows that integrate modern cloud apps like SharePoint with specific healthcare and data systems including CareRadius, Anchor Point, and Databricks.
- Generative AI Implementation: Leverage AI tools such as Gemini to replace complex rule-based scraping with intelligent parsing. Design workflows that use Large Language Models to summarize clinical notes or extract data from unstructured provider emails instead of building brittle RPA loops.
- Advanced Development: Build complex, automations using Power Automate Desktop (and similar RPAs) and Cloud Flows. Handle advanced logic, error handling, and exception management using modern AI connectors.
- Governance and Mentorship: Establish coding standards and Secure by Design principles for the automation team. Provide technical guidance and code reviews for the Junior Automation Engineer.
- Integration Strategy: Write custom connectors or scripts using PowerShell, Python, or JSON to bridge gaps where out-of-the-box connectors do not exist.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
-
Experience:
-
8+ years in Software Development or Data Engineering, with a strong emphasis on ETL
- 5+ years expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform including Power Automate Cloud and Desktop. Strong proficiency in API Integration via REST or SOAP and SQL.
- 5+ years of extensive experience working with SQL databases, NoSQL environments, and complex API integrations within a healthcare context.
- Proven success in processing large volumes of unstructured medical data using OCR, NLP, and document AI technologies.
- Experience building automated testing frameworks to validate the accuracy of AI outputs in regulated environments.
- Leadership in managing the deployment of bots in virtualized environments and ensuring 24/7 operational stability.
WHY WORK WITH US
At Cook Systems, we don’t just offer jobs—we build futures. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to supporting you with benefits that deliver real security, flexibility, and growth from day one.
- Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with dental and vision coverage included. With access to one of the nation’s largest provider networks, you’ll have quality care wherever life takes you.
- Peace of Mind: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum—because your family’s security matters.
- Flexibility for Life: Plan ahead and save with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent-care expenses your way.
- Extra Protection When You Need It: Our Health Gap Insurance through Sun Life helps cover unexpected costs, so you’re never caught off guard.
- Your Future Starts Now: Build your future with our 401(k) plan through The Standard. You’re eligible after just six months—because long-term success deserves a strong foundation.
At Cook Systems, you’re not just an employee—you’re part of a team that values ideas, celebrates results, and grows together. Here, your impact is visible, your contributions are valued, and your career has room to thrive. Ready to be part of something bigger? Let’s build the future together at Cook Systems.
INTRODUCTION
Launch Your Career with Cook Systems
Since 1990, Cook Systems—a certified veteran-owned IT consulting firm—has been helping businesses and professionals grow through innovation, integrity, and investment in people. We partner with Fortune 500 enterprises and high-growth companies alike to deliver agile technology solutions, AI-driven talent strategies, and our signature FastTrack program that develops the next generation of tech talent.
At Cook, you’ll find a culture that values excellence, creativity, and accountability. We believe in opportunity backed by trust—and in building careers that last. Check out what our team members have to say on our Glassdoor page, and discover why Cook Systems is where meaningful careers take off!
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a seasoned Senior Automation Engineer to lead the rapid delivery of high-impact automation solutions within a healthcare payer environment. In this role, you will act as a lead developer and lead Automation Solution design. You will be responsible for analyzing complex business workflows in Clinical, Enrollment, Provider, IT operations etc and converting them into streamlined, automated processes. You will own the assessment phase to identify repetitive, rules-based tasks that offer the highest ROI and build robust, scalable solutions. You will prioritize modern Generative AI approaches over legacy RPA methods where applicable to reduce maintenance overhead.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process Mining and Discovery: Lead workshops with business stakeholders in Enrollment, Provider, Clinical, IT etc to map workflows. Identify manual, repetitive workflows with clear logic and quantify the potential time savings and ROI of automation.
- Automation Solution: Design end-to-end automation workflows that integrate modern cloud apps like SharePoint with specific healthcare and data systems including CareRadius, Anchor Point, and Databricks.
- Generative AI Implementation: Leverage AI tools such as Gemini to replace complex rule-based scraping with intelligent parsing. Design workflows that use Large Language Models to summarize clinical notes or extract data from unstructured provider emails instead of building brittle RPA loops.
- Advanced Development: Build complex, automations using Power Automate Desktop (and similar RPAs) and Cloud Flows. Handle advanced logic, error handling, and exception management using modern AI connectors.
- Governance and Mentorship: Establish coding standards and Secure by Design principles for the automation team. Provide technical guidance and code reviews for the Junior Automation Engineer.
- Integration Strategy: Write custom connectors or scripts using PowerShell, Python, or JSON to bridge gaps where out-of-the-box connectors do not exist.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
-
Experience:
-
8+ years in Software Development or Data Engineering, with a strong emphasis on ETL
- 5+ years expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Power Platform including Power Automate Cloud and Desktop. Strong proficiency in API Integration via REST or SOAP and SQL.
- 5+ years of extensive experience working with SQL databases, NoSQL environments, and complex API integrations within a healthcare context.
- Proven success in processing large volumes of unstructured medical data using OCR, NLP, and document AI technologies.
- Experience building automated testing frameworks to validate the accuracy of AI outputs in regulated environments.
- Leadership in managing the deployment of bots in virtualized environments and ensuring 24/7 operational stability.
WHY WORK WITH US
At Cook Systems, we don’t just offer jobs—we build futures. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to supporting you with benefits that deliver real security, flexibility, and growth from day one.
- Your Health, Your Way: Choose from two comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with dental and vision coverage included. With access to one of the nation’s largest provider networks, you’ll have quality care wherever life takes you.
- Peace of Mind: Protect what matters most with life, critical illness, and accident insurance through Unum—because your family’s security matters.
- Flexibility for Life: Plan ahead and save with a Flexible Spending Account and Daycare FSA through Navia, helping you manage healthcare and dependent-care expenses your way.
- Extra Protection When You Need It: Our Health Gap Insurance through Sun Life helps cover unexpected costs, so you’re never caught off guard.
- Your Future Starts Now: Build your future with our 401(k) plan through The Standard. You’re eligible after just six months—because long-term success deserves a strong foundation.
At Cook Systems, you’re not just an employee—you’re part of a team that values ideas, celebrates results, and grows together. Here, your impact is visible, your contributions are valued, and your career has room to thrive. Ready to be part of something bigger? Let’s build the future together at Cook Systems.
See all TN Visa Data Engineering Intern Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new TN Visa Data Engineering Intern Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Data Engineering Intern
Verify your role maps to Computer Systems Analyst
TN visa approval for data engineering internships depends on the job duties matching the Computer Systems Analyst occupation, not just the title. Ask your employer to frame responsibilities around systems analysis, data pipeline architecture, and technical requirements gathering before filing.
Request a detailed offer letter before filing
CBP officers assess TN eligibility at the port of entry based on your offer letter alone. Get your employer to specify that the role requires a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, and list data engineering duties explicitly, not just general intern tasks.
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
Internship sponsors enrolled in E-Verify have already cleared federal compliance requirements, which signals they understand work authorization documentation. Filter your employer search to companies with recent visa filings using Migrate Mate to find employers experienced with visa sponsorship processes and less likely to stall on paperwork.
Prepare for Canadian border entry on day one
Canadian citizens can activate TN status at any land port of entry or U.S. preclearance airport without scheduling a consular appointment. Bring your offer letter, transcript confirming your degree field, and a copy of your I-94 instructions so CBP officers can process you efficiently.
Use Migrate Mate to find internships with visa sponsorship experience
Most general job boards don't filter for employers experienced with visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate surfaces data engineering internships from companies with recent visa filings, so you're applying to roles where the hiring team already understands how to support work visa candidates.
Start consular scheduling early if you hold Mexican citizenship
Mexican TN applicants must schedule a consular interview at a U.S. embassy or consulate, and appointment availability varies significantly by location and time of year. Submit your DS-160 and begin scheduling as soon as you have a signed offer letter to avoid delays that push past your internship start date.
Data Engineering Intern TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Engineering Intern role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is structured. TN visas don't have a dedicated data engineering category, so the position must qualify under Computer Systems Analyst. The job duties need to center on systems analysis applied to data pipelines, databases, or infrastructure. If the role is primarily manual data entry or administrative support, it won't qualify. Your employer's offer letter language is what CBP or the consulate evaluates.
How does TN visa sponsorship for this role compare to H-1B?
TN is significantly faster and more predictable for data engineering internships. H-1B visa requires lottery registration in March and a months-long wait, making it unusable for most internship timelines. Canadian citizens can receive TN status at the border on the same day with a qualifying offer letter. Mexican citizens need consular processing but still avoid the lottery entirely. The trade-off is that TN doesn't lead directly to permanent residency the way H-1B can.
What documents does a Canadian intern need at the port of entry?
You'll need a signed offer letter from your U.S. employer that specifies your job title, duties, required qualifications, and employment period. Bring your Canadian passport, your degree transcript or diploma confirming your field of study, and the Form I-94 instructions your employer provides. CBP officers make the TN determination on the spot, so having complete documentation reduces the risk of a secondary inspection or denial.
How can I find Data Engineering Intern jobs that actually sponsor TN visas?
Most job boards don't distinguish between employers willing to sponsor TN visas and those who won't engage with work authorization at all. Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you filter for data engineering internships at companies with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas. Starting there saves you from applying to roles where the recruiter will immediately screen you out for needing sponsorship.
Can my employer file for TN status before my internship starts if I'm currently in the U.S. on a student visa?
Yes, if you're currently in F-1 status you can change to TN status without leaving the country by filing Form I-129 with USCIS. This route takes longer than border entry, so your employer needs to file well before your internship start date. Alternatively, Canadian citizens often find it faster to exit to Canada and re-enter at a land port with TN documentation in hand.