Database Engineer Intern — SQL & Python (Onsite Chicago)

DV Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DV Trading seeks a Database Engineer Intern to help maintain and optimize our database environments in a fast-paced trading setting. You will assist with backups, restores, security configurations, and data migration under supervision, gaining exposure to cross-functional teams in Chicago.

The role requires pursuing a relevant degree and anticipated graduation by Summer 2029, with hands-on tasks including SQL querying, Linux/Windows basics, and scripting.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or related field and expected to graduate by Summer 2029.
• Understanding of relational database concepts (tables, indexes, keys, normalization).
• Familiarity with SQL and writing queries.
• Exposure to at least one database platform (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL).
• Basic understanding of Linux/Windows operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, and patching.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents.
• Assist with user access management, permissions, and basic security configurations.
• Collaborate with software engineers and analysts to support data needs across teams.
• Assist with data migration, replication, and disaster recovery testing efforts.

Skills

SQL

Relational databases

Python

Scripting (Bash/PowerShell)

Linux/Windows basics

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

MySQL

Job description

DV Trading seeks a Database Engineer Intern to help maintain and optimize our database environments in a fast-paced trading setting. You will assist with backups, restores, security configurations, and data migration under supervision, gaining exposure to cross-functional teams in Chicago.

The role requires pursuing a relevant degree and anticipated graduation by Summer 2029, with hands-on tasks including SQL querying, Linux/Windows basics, and scripting.