Data Engineer Intern
We’re a fast-paced marketing team that’s passionate about using data to drive growth. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and eager-to-learn Data Engineering Intern to join our team and contribute to building our data infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a real-world data engineering environment and learn from experienced professionals.
What You’ll Learn and Contribute
As a Data Engineering Intern, you’ll work closely with our Lead Data Engineer and the engineering team to:
Assist in Data Pipeline Development:
- Learn the fundamentals of building and maintaining data pipelines.
- Help with data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.
- Assist in testing and debugging data pipelines.
Support Infrastructure Management:
- Gain exposure to cloud-based data infrastructure (AWS).
- Learn about data storage, processing, and retrieval.
- Assist with basic system monitoring and maintenance.
Contribute to Data Quality:
- Help with data cleaning and validation tasks.
- Learn about data quality best practices.
- Assist in the creation of data documentation.
Learn Coding and Scripting:
- Practice Python scripting for data manipulation and automation.
- Gain exposure to shell scripting for system tasks.
- Learn how to use Git for version control.
Collaborate with the Team:
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions.
- Work with cross-functional teams (marketing, product) to understand data needs.
- Learn about working in a CI/CD environment.
What We’re Looking For
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of programming concepts (ideally Python).
- Familiarity with database concepts and SQL is a plus.
- A strong desire to learn about data engineering and cloud technologies.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A growth mindset, and a desire to learn.
Nice-to-Haves (But Not Required):
- Hands-on experience in a real-world data engineering environment.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced data engineers.
- Exposure to cutting-edge data technologies and practices.
- Valuable skills that will enhance your career prospects.
- A chance to contribute to a rapidly growing startup.
The X-Factor:
- You’re curious and eager to learn.
- You’re not afraid to ask questions and take on new challenges.
- You’re passionate about data and its potential.
- You are excited to learn how to turn data into business value
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in a real-world data engineering environment.
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced data engineers.
- Exposure to cutting-edge data technologies and practices.
- Valuable skills that will enhance your career prospects.
- A chance to contribute to a rapidly growing startup.
About Scale
Scale Marketing is a collective of professionals who bring unique business and media experience together to drive client success.
We dive into our client’s customer data and historic media buys to optimize strategy. We buy media strategically and efficiently, and we produce creative work designed to meet specific KPIs. With robust data and analytics expertise, Scale is constantly testing, analyzing, updating, and optimizing.
We attribute our success to the way we treat our clients and each other, and we are always looking for subject matter experts to join our team.
Proud to be awarded designation by Crain’s Chicago Business as one of the 2021 Best Places to Work in Chicago.
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