Intern Data Engineer - AI & Analytics - 2027

IBM; Monroe (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting FutureNow Center in Michigan invites you to join as an Intern Data Engineer. You will gain hands-on experience transforming data into actionable insights, automating processes, and exploring AI-powered enterprise solutions alongside IBM professionals.

Aligned to AI, Analytics, Automation & Data Services, you will work on data platforms, scalable pipelines, and cloud-enabled analytics, while developing technical, analytical, and consulting skills through mentorship and real project

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Interest in data engineering, AI, analytics, cloud technologies.
• Basic programming knowledge with Python/SQL/Java.
• Basic understanding of databases, data structures, data processing and business decision support.
• Exposure to data preparation, transformation and analytics through coursework or projects.
• Awareness of AI, ML and Generative AI concepts.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience transforming data into insights.
• Assist in designing, building, testing, and maintaining data pipelines.
• Contribute to data preparation, transformation, validation and quality activities.
• Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends and insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cloud platforms and data architectures.
• Support data engineering and analytics solutions while learning enterprise AI transformation.
• Participate in project meetings and professional development opportunities.

Skills

Data engineering

Python

SQL

Java

AI awareness

Cloud technologies

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

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

Tools

ETL/ELT concepts

Data visualization tools

IBM SkillsBuild

Job description

Introduction

As an IBM Consulting FutureNow Center Intern, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to help solve real business and technology challenges for clients

around the world. You'll gain hands-on experience, build in-demand technical and professional skills, and contribute to meaningful projects while learning in a collaborative, team-based environment.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience that prepares students for a potential full-time career with IBM Consulting upon graduation.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As an Intern Data Engineer at IBM, you'll gain hands-on experience helping organizations transform data into actionable insights, automate business processes, and unlock the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) through enterprise technology solutions. You'll work alongside experienced IBM professionals while developing practical technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills that prepare you for a future career in data engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and enterprise consulting.

As part of this opportunity, you will be aligned to the following practice:

AI, Analytics, Automation & Data Services - focused on helping organizations modernize data platforms, build scalable data pipelines, enable advanced analytics, automate business processes, and develop AI-driven solutions that improve business performance and decision-making.

Data is the foundation of Artificial Intelligence and digital transformation. During your internship, you'll gain exposure to how organizations use modern data platforms, cloud technologies, automation, analytics, and AI to solve complex business challenges and deliver meaningful business outcomes.

No two projects are exactly alike. You may contribute to projects supporting clients across industries including healthcare, financial services, retail, manufacturing, government, energy, and more.

Throughout your internship, you'll collaborate with experienced data specialists, data engineers, AI specialists, business professionals, and technology experts while learning how organizations solve complex business challenges through enterprise data and AI solutions. Through mentorship, structured learning, hands-on project experiences, and AI-enabled tools, you'll strengthen your technical capabilities, analytical thinking, and professional skills while building a strong foundation for a future career at IBM.

During Your Internship, You May Have Opportunities To

• Support data engineering services and AI initiatives that improve business performance, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
• Assist experienced team members with designing, building, testing, and maintaining data pipelines, data integration processes, and modern data platforms.
• Contribute to data preparation, transformation, validation, and quality activities that support analytics, automation, and Artificial Intelligence solutions.
• Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, generate insights, and support business decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional business and technology teams while gaining exposure to cloud platforms, enterprise data architectures, analytics, and AI technologies.
• Assist with testing, validating, and supporting data engineering and analytics solutions while learning how organizations build trusted, scalable data environments.
• Participate in project meetings, workshops, and professional development opportunities while building communication, teamwork, and consulting skills.

The primary internship program dates are May to July 2027 (10 weeks).

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Analytics, or a related field.
• Interest in data engineering, Artificial Intelligence, analytics, automation, cloud technologies, or digital transformation concepts.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts with exposure to Python, SQL, Java, or similar technologies through coursework, projects, research, internships, or personal learning.
• Basic understanding of databases, data structures, data processing, analytics, and how data supports business decision-making.
• Exposure to data preparation, transformation, visualization, analytics, or business problem-solving through coursework, academic projects, research, hackathons, student organizations, personal learning, certifications, IBM SkillsBuild, student organizations, volunteer experiences, or other practical learning opportunities.
• Awareness of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI, and emerging technologies, along with their impact on business and digital transformation.

You don't need to be an expert to get started. We're looking for individuals with a strong foundation, a growth mindset, and a desire to learn and make an impact.

Bring your curiosity. Grow your skills. Build what's next, like an IBMer.

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Exposure to data engineering, analytics, automation, Artificial Intelligence, cloud technologies, or enterprise data platforms through coursework, student projects, research, hackathons, or internship experiences.
• Familiarity with databases, SQL, ETL/ELT concepts, data visualization tools, cloud platforms, machine learning workflows, or modern data architectures.
• Interest in Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, data-driven decision-making, consulting, and continuous learning.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teammates while supporting data modernization, analytics, and enterprise AI transformation initiatives.