2027 Summer Internship- Data & Analytics (Irving, TX)

Vulcan Materials Company; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company in Dallas, TX offers a Data & Analytics internship providing hands-on experience across Data Management, Technical Architecture, Machine Learning, and business analytics. Interns collaborate with experienced professionals to extract insights and address operational and technical challenges across business units.

The program emphasizes mentorship, structured learning, and real project involvement, with exposure to databases, spreadsheets, and analytics tools while

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in CS, Data Analytics, or related field.
• Junior or Senior level preferred.
• Excellent MS Office and Google Workspace skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to learn and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tasks and projects as assigned by supervisor and team members.
• Gather data to support ongoing projects or initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement strategies.
• Participate in team meetings and provide input or suggestions as appropriate.
• Support the development and maintenance of databases, spreadsheets, and other relevant tools.
• Attend/complete training as needed to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently and within deadlines.
• May perform administrative duties such as data entry and organizing documents.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Data & Analytics (DnA) internship will provides hands-on experience across Data Management, Technical Architecture, Machine Learning, and business analytics. Interns work alongside experienced team members to support business learners, extract actionable insights and address operational and technical challenges across various business units.

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Data & Analytics (DnA) internship will provides hands-on experience across Data Management, Technical Architecture, Machine Learning, and business analytics. Interns work alongside experienced team members to support business learners, extract actionable insights and address operational and technical challenges across various business units. Our team fosters a collaborative and structured environment with direct mentorship from senior analytics professionals.

Essential Functions

• Assist with various tasks and projects assigned by supervisor and team members.
• Conduct research and gather data to support ongoing projects or initiatives.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement strategies.
• Participate in team meetings and provide input or suggestions as appropriate.
• Support the development and maintenance of databases, spreadsheets, and other relevant tools.
• Adhere to company policy.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Seek opportunities to learn and grow in field of interest.
• Complete assigned tasks safely, efficiently and within specified deadlines.
• May perform administrative duties such as filing, data entry, and organizing documents.
• Attend/complete training as needed to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Other duties as assigned.

Critical Competencies

• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
• Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment. Treats other employees or customers with courtesy, dignity and respect.
• Interpersonal Savvy - Engages openly and comfortably with diverse groups, demonstrating tact, sensitivity, and consideration to ease interpersonal situations. Quickly establishes rapport and fosters positive connections.
• Work Ethic - Committed to high-quality work, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.
• Commitment to Learning: Applies intellect to the fullest, welcoming activities that require one to stretch.
• Adaptability - Adapts to new conditions, is flexible and open-minded when facing challenges, and maintains high performance during change.

Education

• Must be currently enrolled and be in good standing with their College/University and be pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
• Junior or Senior level is preferred.

Experience

• Previous work experience is a plus but is not required.
• Experience in customer-facing or service roles demonstrating strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Leadership involvement in student organizations, academic clubs, or extracurricular activities.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with project teams or structured group environments.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent computer skills and experience utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Google Mail.
• Good oral and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
• Should demonstrate tenacity and the ability to work on teams, take instruction, the desire for learning all areas of the work involved.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Motivated, self-starter; Ability to work independently without direct supervision and as part of a team well.
• Problem-Solving Aptitude- Demonstrated initiative and critical thinking skills when tackling technical and analytical problems.
• Able to relate to all levels of people

Other Requirements

• Some travel may be required. May require driving between operating locations.
• May involve exposure to dust, dirt and noise.
• May work in an office setting and that requires sitting/standing for extended periods of time.
• If in an operations setting must have the ability to lift 50 pounds and to stand, sit and walk for long periods of time.
• Requires the use of computerized equipment and technology.
• This position requires knowledge and awareness of site hazards. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google, Oracle Business Environment and other software packages relevant to the position.
• Weekly meetings of Google meet with other interns with Division Training Manager.
• Prepare a presentation summarizing their training near the end of the program to be given in front of Managers/Supervisor, HR and other interns.

JD Disclaimer

Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.