Data Analytics & Insights Intern

Mortenson; Minnesota; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Data Analytics & Insights Intern to work with project teams during the summer program. The role focuses on administrative and analytical support, helping build analyses, dashboards, and reports to drive business performance.

Ideally pursuing an undergraduate degree in data-related fields with internship experience, you will collaborate across teams, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to real projects from day one in a fast-paced, diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate four-year degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Math, or related field.
• Have previous related internship experience (preferred).
• Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate junior or senior and show initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and analytical support to the Data Analytics & Insights team.
• Assist in developing analyses, reports, and dashboards for internal customers to maximize business performance.
• Draft technical documentation and training to ensure dashboard integrity and adoption.
• Support the development of predictive analyses and ad hoc projects as needed.
• Communicate across teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

Python

R

SQL

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Undergraduate degree in Data Science/Statistics/Economics/Math

Tools

Excel

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Join a team that’s passionate about building inspiring spaces and pushing the industry forward in smarter, more innovative ways. As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. At Mortenson, we’re grounded in offering meaningful work, real career growth, and a collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter.

We’re looking for motivated, adaptable individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with a diverse range of people. If you’re proactive, curious, and ready to make an impact while growing your career, check out our opportunities!

As an intern, you’ll get hands-on experience right away, working alongside project teams and partners to keep things moving. You’ll help solve real problems, stay organized, communicate across teams, and make an impact from day one while building the foundation for your career.

Responsibilities

As a Data Analytics & Insights Intern, you will provide administrative and analytical support to the Data Analytics & Insights team, assisting in providing strategic insight and operational support to maximize business and financial performance.

Highlights of your time with this Mortenson internship will include:

• Supporting our team with the implementation of exciting business intelligence projects including assisting in the development of analyses, reports, and dashboards for internal customers
• Drafting required technical documentation and associated training to ensure the integrity and successful use of implemented dashboards and other data analyses
• Utilizing various database, data visualization, and data science tools to help us to create the required calculation and visualize customized key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Supporting the development of tools utilized for the creation of predictive analyses
• Assistance with ad hoc projects as assigned

Program Overview

Our summer intern program (May - August 2027) is designed to give you real, hands‑on experience from day one, working on meaningful projects that directly impact the business. You’ll gain exposure to innovative work, build professional skills through development opportunities, and be supported by a team that values your growth. Your ideas matter here, and you’ll have the chance to contribute, learn, and make a difference while exploring your career path.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate, four-year degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Math, or other related degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Have previous related internship experience
• Are currently enrolled as an undergraduate junior
• Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business practices
• Have experience or familiarity with data analysis/data science software, specifically Excel, Python, R, SQL scripting language
• Have experience or familiarity in the field of data visualization or reporting
• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership
• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and solid customer service skills
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing priorities

The hourly wage for college Interns starts at $18. Students may be paid higher wages based on their year in school.

Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.