Data Research Analyst Intern

Kingland; Ames (IA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Kingland, based in Clear Lake, Iowa, invites students to join our Data Research Analyst Intern program at our Ames office. This hybrid role provides hands-on data research and entry experience within the Operational Data Outsourcing team, focusing on capital markets data.

As an intern, you’ll build analytical skills, learn data quality practices, and may take on greater responsibilities while balancing academics.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in college courses and able to commit to 18 hours per week.
• Interest in learning about finance and data management within capital markets.
• Must have reliable internet access and a personal computer.

Responsibilities

• Perform data entry and research on corporations and investment vehicles.
• Contribute to data quality improvements and documentation.
• Assist management with process improvements and training.
• Support the ODO production team as needed.

Skills

Work ethic

Remote work

Financial industry knowledge

Internet access

Iowa resident

Personal computer

College student

GPA 3.0

18 hours/week

Two semesters

Education

Currently enrolled in college

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.

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.

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.

Kingland is growing. We continue to seek individuals with unique skill sets and the desire to work on mission‑critical projects in a collaborative and rewarding environment. Explore all the ways that you can join our team of talented individuals and launch yourself into an exciting new adventure at Kingland.

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.