Data Research Analyst Intern

Kingland; Ames (IA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Remote flexibility in Iowa

Job summary

Kingland is seeking a Data Research Analyst Intern to join the ODO production team in Ames, IA. This hybrid internship requires a personal computer and internet access to perform data-entry and research tasks for capital markets data.

Ideal candidates are college students with a 3.0+ GPA, able to commit 18 hours weekly for two consecutive semesters, and eager to learn about the financial industry while maintaining a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in college-level courses.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required.
• Must commit 18 hours per week.
• Must commit to 2 consecutive semesters.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data research and data entry on corporations and investment vehicles using defined procedures.
• Assist in data quality improvements and data cleansing for capital markets data.
• Support the Operational Data Outsourcing (ODO) production team and collaborate on automation improvements.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to learn

Ability to work remotely

Internet access

Education

College student

Job description

Company Summary

Kingland develops premium, innovative enterprise software for some of the world’s most integral companies. Our products and solutions enable the largest banking & capital markets and public accounting firms to use and manage data better. Our clients support the foundation of the global financial system, helping to ensure fairness, honesty, and transparency on a global stage. We help by solving their complex data problems, and connecting and protecting their critical information. We take pride in our reputation for serving our clients like no one else can.

Kingland develops premium, innovative enterprise software for some of the world’s most integral companies. Our products and solutions enable the largest banking & capital markets and public accounting firms to use and manage data better. Our clients support the foundation of the global financial system, helping to ensure fairness, honesty, and transparency on a global stage. We help by solving their complex data problems, and connecting and protecting their critical information. We take pride in our reputation for serving our clients like no one else can.

While we work with clients from all over the world, our unique story began in Clear Lake, Iowa in 1992. To this day, we hold true to our core values of authenticity, excellence, ownership, and creativity – these have been instilled into our culture and remain a key part of how we operate and do business. We provide exceptional opportunities for each of our team members to learn and grow their skills and careers, while also offering flexibility and balance because we recognize that enjoying life and family is a priority. At Kingland we allow employees to “live locally and work globally” by offering many positions the choice of a remote, hybrid, or in-person work approach.

POSITION SUMMARY

Data Research Analyst Intern

Are you looking for an opportunity to jump-start your future career? Do you want to gain real world experience working on a team that values hard work and resourcefulness? Are you motivated and willing to learn new things? If you answered “yes”, the Data Research Analyst (DRA) position may be for you.

This is data-entry position that requires analytical skills and attention to detail. The DRA position will be hybrid with Kingland, which requires the intern to have a personal computer and access to the internet for the internship.

DRA’s are an integral part of the Operational Data Outsourcing (ODO) production team, which provides data maintenance and cleansing for capital markets and large banking firms through internet-based research. DRA’s will have the opportunity to earn promotions and take on additional responsibilities such as reviewing others’ work, leading small teams of DRA’s, and assisting management in enhancing data quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Conduct research and complete data entry on corporations and investment vehicles, using defined procedures to identify relationships and provide validated and credible data.
• Continue to enhance data quality over time on new and existing data through continual data clean-up efforts.
• Perform work according to the data quality and production standards as defined in policies and procedures.
• Participate in projects, as assigned, to assist the management team with improving automation, efficiency, effectiveness of solutions, and training.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work remotely while also meeting performance expectations.
• Interest in learning about the financial industry.
• General knowledge of financial and accounting industries preferred.
• Must have access to internet.
• Must be an Iowa resident.
• Must have personal computer for use during internship.
• Must currently be enrolled in college level courses.
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA.
• Must be able to commit 18 hours a week to the internship.
• Must be able to commit to 2 consecutive semesters.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENT

Kingland is not considering applicants who require current or future immigration sponsorship to work in the United States. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals requiring F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, H-1B, TN, L-1, J-1, or other employment-based visa sponsorship categories.

LOCATION

• This position is based at our Kingland-Ames office and follows a hybrid work model. Remote work flexibility is available for candidates residing in Iowa.