Graduate Data Engineer — Gradient Specialist

66degrees; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

66degrees, based in Chicago, offers a Gradient Specialist Program to prepare new graduates for technology consulting. Learn from Google Cloud Certified experts, gain hands-on building experience, and receive mentorship to become a Delivery Consultant.

Program participants work from our Downtown Chicago office, with structured training, certification pursuit, and real-world projects that turn data into intelligent solutions driving business impact.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or similar degree, graduating in Spring 2027.
• Programming or scripting experience in any language, Python preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to use analytical skills to solve complex problems.
• Strong organizational skills including the ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to commit to our Gradient Specialist Program and the career that follows.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Gradient Development Program training.
• Pursue and obtain Certifications based on your matched career track.
• Work with technical and business leads to transfer global business requirements into sound solutions.

Skills

Python

Interpersonal skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or similar

Job description

66degrees, based in Chicago, offers a Gradient Specialist Program to prepare new graduates for technology consulting. Learn from Google Cloud Certified experts, gain hands-on building experience, and receive mentorship to become a Delivery Consultant.

Program participants work from our Downtown Chicago office, with structured training, certification pursuit, and real-world projects that turn data into intelligent solutions driving business impact.