Intern Data Engineering

Talent Octopusventures; Karlsruhe; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Mentorship and hands-on learning

Job summary

ICIS is seeking an intern for the Analytical Data Engineering team to contribute to a modern data platform. You will build data pipelines, ensure data quality, and support business-ready data products across the organization.

Requirements include Python and SQL programming, knowledge of data engineering concepts, strong analytical and communication skills in English, and a degree in Data Science/CS/Engineering. Flexible hours and an international work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Programming experience in Python and SQL required.
• Knowledge of data engineering, data processing, data validation, and data quality concepts is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipelines and automation solutions.
• Support data quality, validation, and testing initiatives for trusted data products.
• Research and prototype AI-driven solutions to automate data engineering tasks.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data engineering concepts

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science/CS/Engineering

Tools

Cloud technologies

Job description

About ICIS

ICIS is a global leader in commodity intelligence, providing trusted data, analytics and expert insights across the global chemical and energy markets. We help organisations navigate complex and rapidly changing markets, enabling smarter, faster and more confident business decisions.

Trusted by more than 6,000 organisations in over 100 countries, ICIS combines independent pricing data, market intelligence and deep industry expertise to help customers manage risk, identify opportunities and optimise their strategies. With a global team and a strong culture of curiosity, collaboration and innovation, ICIS is part of LexisNexis Risk Solutions, within RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools

About the Role

As part of the Analytical Data Engineering team, you will contribute to the development of a modern data platform with a focus on:

• Data engineering and automation
• Data quality and validation
• Standardization and simplification of data workflows

You will work closely with experienced data engineers and analysts to build and improve data pipelines, manage large datasets, and support the delivery of trusted, business‑ready data products across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipelines and automation solutions using our Analytical Data Engineering Platform and its reusable framework components
• Support data quality, validation, and testing initiatives to ensure trusted and business‑ready data products
• Research, prototype, and evaluate AI‑driven solutions that automate data engineering tasks and improve developer productivity

Requirements

• Programming experience is required in Python and SQL
• Knowledge of data engineering, data processing, data validation, and data quality concepts is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a proactive and collaborative mindset
• Strong communication and writing skills in English is a requirement
• Enjoys working in a team, takes initiatives
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field

We Offer

• Mentorship and hands‑on learning alongside experienced data engineers
• Opportunities to work with Python, SQL, cloud technologies, and AI‑driven solutions
• Interactions with commodity teams (e.g. Power, Gas, LNG, Chemicals e.g.)
• Flexible working hours and a competitive internship salary
• A dynamic, international work environment where your ideas can make an impact
• Ownership of meaningful projects from day one

Sounds like the right opportunity for you?

We’d love to hear from you! Join ICIS and become part of an international team where your ideas, expertise and perspective can make a real difference.

Primary Location Base Pay Range: Germany - Karlsruhe €17,200 - €28,700.

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