Data Engineering Intern: Build Pipelines On-site & Learn

POET; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

On-site fitness centers/reimbursements

Gear reimbursements

Job summary

POET is seeking a Data Engineering Intern to collaborate with the Data Engineering team in Sioux Falls, SD. You will gain hands-on experience building data pipelines, writing SQL, and validating data throughout the organization.

The role emphasizes teamwork, learning enterprise data systems, and contributing to measurable projects. Summer 2027 internship, on-site, with opportunities to grow technical skills and professional development.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Some programming or scripting experience with languages or tools such as Python, SQL, PowerShell, C#, Java, or similar technologies is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building and maintaining data pipelines used to collect, clean, transform, and deliver data.
• Write and troubleshoot SQL queries to retrieve, validate, and analyze data.
• Help identify and resolve data quality issues.
• Assist with automating manual or repetitive data processes.
• Participate in testing and validating new or updated data solutions.
• Work with Data Engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data usage.

Skills

SQL basics

Python

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor degree

Tools

PowerShell

C#

Java

Job description

POET is seeking a Data Engineering Intern to collaborate with the Data Engineering team in Sioux Falls, SD. You will gain hands-on experience building data pipelines, writing SQL, and validating data throughout the organization.

The role emphasizes teamwork, learning enterprise data systems, and contributing to measurable projects. Summer 2027 internship, on-site, with opportunities to grow technical skills and professional development.