2027 BT RISE Internship - Information Technology Data Intern

The role

The Data Intern will perform functional and administrative duties under the supervision of the Software Services Director and an assigned mentor. The intern will collaborate with department team members on specific short- and long-term projects related to their field of study and firm priorities.

What you will do

• Support the assigned department in delivering work that advances business initiatives.
• Assist with data preparation, organization, validation, and quality control activities.
• Support data analysis and reporting activities including identifying patterns, trends, inconsistencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with the development, documentation, and maintenance of data processes, workflows, and procedures.
• Support activities related to the development and implementation of the firm's data lake.
• Collaborate with team members and business stakeholders to understand project needs.
• Participate in internal and external meetings.
• Collaborate with other departments and summer interns.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of firm and client information.

Required qualifications

• Entering sophomore, junior, or senior year in the Fall of 2027.
• Enrolled in a 2-4 year undergraduate degree program at the time of the internship.
• Pursuing a degree in data analytics, data science, computer science, information systems, business analytics, technology, or another related field.
• Demonstrated interest in data, technology, analytics, business intelligence, or process improvement.
• Basic understanding of data concepts including data collection, organization, quality, analysis, and interpretation.
• Ability to learn new technologies, systems, processes, and concepts quickly.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate in person, by email, phone, and virtually.
• Problem solving skills and the ability to approach unfamiliar challenges.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately and follow established firm policies and procedures.

Nice to have

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and other data analysis or reporting tools.
• Coursework or experience involving statistics, data analysis, databases, or data visualization.
• Exposure to tools or technologies used for data analysis, reporting, or business intelligence.

Before you apply

• Must be entering sophomore, junior, or senior year in the Fall of 2027.
• Must be enrolled in a 2-4 year undergraduate degree program at the time of the internship.
• Must be available to participate for 10 consecutive weeks.

About the company

Barnes & Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy.