Data Analyst

3N Consultinggroup LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accelerated development of technical and consulting skills

Mentorship and career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A forward-thinking consulting firm is seeking a motivated Data Analyst to join their dynamic team in Bethesda, Maryland. This entry-level role is perfect for recent graduates or college seniors skilled in Python and SQL, interested in data analysis and large language models. Key responsibilities include cleaning and analyzing data, designing databases, and collaborating on data visualizations. The firm promotes professional development, offering mentorship and exposure to diverse projects. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and passionate about solving real-world problems.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Experience with Python and SQL databases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean, transform and analyze structured and unstructured data.
• Design and query relational databases for reporting.
• Assist in fine-tuning outputs of large language models.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Public Policy, or related field

Tools

Jupyter Notebooks

Power BI

Tableau

langchain or OpenAI APIs

Job description

Bethesda, United States | Posted on 02/13/2026

3N Consulting is a forward-thinking consulting firm specializing in organizational design, data-driven strategy, public sector innovation, and applied AI. We work with commercial clients, state and local governments, educational institutions, and mission-driven organizations to turn data into insights that drive impact.

We're seeking a motivated and curious Data Analyst to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or college senior who has a strong foundation in Python, database management, and a growing interest in large language models (LLMs) including GPT or Claude.

Responsibilities

• Clean, transform, and analyze structured and unstructured data using Python and SQL
• Design and query relational databases for reporting and analysis
• Assist in fine-tuning, prompting, and evaluating outputs of large language models (LLMs)
• Support development of data visualizations, dashboards, and client reports
• Collaborate with project managers, policy analysts, and technical staff on data-driven deliverables
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy and consistency in datasets
• Stay current on emerging tools and best practices in AI, open data, and analytics

Requirements

• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to doing high quality work
• Bachelor’s degree (or pursuing final year) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Public Policy, or a related field
• Experience with:
  • Python (e.g., pandas, numpy, matplotlib, langchain or OpenAI APIs a plus)
  • SQL and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite)
  • Working with LLMs (either academically or through personal projects or internships)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time and tasks in a semi-autonomous environment
• Passion for using data to solve real-world problems, especially in the public or nonprofit sectors

Preferred

• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal
• Familiarity with preparing presentations to executive level clients
• Familiarity with tools including Jupyter Notebooks, dbt, Power BI, Tableau, or similar
• Interest or coursework in ethics of AI, data governance, or digital equity
• Residency in or strong ties to the Maryland, DC, or Virginia area

What We Offer

• Accelerated development of both technical and consulting skills
• Entrepreneurial training ground and being part of a dynamic work environment
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Exposure to a broad sector of clients and mission-driven projects
• A collaborative and intellectually curious team environment