Data Operations Internship IRES - SSFB

Amentum; Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

401(k) Matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax savings options

Disability & Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Data Operations Intern at Schriever Space Force Base, CO for about 9 months. This part-time role supports the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract and offers hands-on experience with enterprise data architecture.

You will assist in improving data integrity, monitor pipelines, and learn from senior data professionals while working up to 20 hours per week during the academic semester.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior in a Bachelor’s degree program in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related discipline.
• Must be able to commit to a part‑time schedule (up to 20 hours per week) during the academic semester.
• Must have a foundational understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Must have basic proficiency in a scripting language commonly used for data manipulation (e.g., Python or R).
• Must be familiar with standard spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel) for data review.
• Must have, or obtain, an active DoW Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Support the IRES Data Science team in improving data integrity and quality, monitoring data pipelines, and assisting with analytical reporting.
• Help streamline day-to-day data operations, ensuring accuracy and reliability, while receiving mentorship from senior data professionals.

Skills

SQL

Python

R

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or related

Tools

Excel

Job description

Position Title: Data Operations Internship (part time)

***this internship is expected to last 9 months from start date***

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO

Relocation Assistance: None available at this time

Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position

Clearance Type: DoW Secret

Shift: Day shift

Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time

Description of Duties:

The Data Operations Internship is part time and will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) contract. The candidate will:

• Support the IRES Data Science team in improving data integrity and quality, monitoring data pipelines, and assisting with analytical reporting.
• Help streamline day-to-day data operations, ensuring accuracy and reliability, while receiving mentorship from senior data professionals.

Designed specifically for a university junior or senior, this part-time role offers hands‑on experience with enterprise-level data architecture.

The successful candidate will:

Have strong attention to detail, proactive problem‑solving mindset, and the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.

Basic Requirements:

• Must be currently enrolled as a Junior or Senior in a Bachelor’s degree program in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related discipline.
• Must be able to commit to a part‑time schedule (up to 20 hours per week) during the academic semester.
• Must have a foundational understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Must have basic proficiency in a scripting language commonly used for data manipulation (e.g., Python or R).
• Must be familiar with standard spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel) for data review.
• Must have, or obtain, an active DoW Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Experience: Previous academic projects, hackathons, or internships involving data cleaning, ETL processes, or database management.
• Tools: Exposure to data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI) or version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Cloud Knowledge: A conceptual understanding of cloud computing environments (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Domain Interest: A strong, demonstrated interest in data governance and data quality assurance.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.

Compensation Details:

$20.67/hr

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax‑saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

09/09/2026 - 09/17/2026

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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