Data Operations Engineer Intern – Spring/Summer 2026
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United States
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Entry Level
Tech Stack
PythonSQL
About the role
- Assist in developing and maintaining basic automation scripts using Python, PowerShell, or Bash to support data collection and system monitoring.
- Support the maintenance and documentation of data pipelines, ensuring smooth and reliable operation.
- Collaborate with the Data Operations team to design, build, and refine monitoring tools that track system performance and help proactively identify issues under supervision.
- Help test and deploy small-scale automation or monitoring tools.
- Write and maintain unit tests for new and existing automation and data processes to ensure reliability and performance.
- Contribute to internal documentation and process improvement efforts.
- Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and project updates to gain exposure to industry best practices.
Requirements
- Current student pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, or a related field.
- Foundational knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Basic understanding of data processing or database management concepts (SQL familiarity preferred).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and eagerness to learn new technologies.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Benefits
- Flexibility in work schedule
- Hands-on experience in data operations
- Exposure to industry best practices
- Collaboration with experienced Data Operations Engineers
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
PythonPowerShellBashdata pipelinesunit testingdata processingdatabase managementSQL
Soft skills
problem-solvinganalytical thinkingattention to detaileagerness to learnwritten communicationverbal communicationcollaboration