Summer 2027 - Data Engineering Intern

Koch Business Solutions, LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) is seeking a Data Engineering Intern to join our Data and Analytics team in Houston or Wichita. You will work with data engineers and business partners to build, maintain, and improve data solutions that enable operational excellence and business value creation.

This internship offers hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Snowflake, SQL, Python, and dbt, while contributing to real‑world projects and working in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to CS, MIS, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, Analytics, with at least one semester remaining after the internship.
• Familiarity with Python through coursework, projects, or internships.
• Experience writing and troubleshooting SQL queries to extract and manipulate data.
• Interest in AI/ML tools or willingness to learn and apply such tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Data Scientists, Data Architects, Analytics Engineers, and stakeholders to translate problems into technical solutions.
• Clean, transform, and integrate data from various sources (structured and unstructured).
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance of data workflows.

Skills

Python

SQL

AI/ML interest

Data integration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in CS / MIS / Data Engineering / Software Engineering / Analytics

Tools

dbt

Snowflake

AWS

Job description

Your Job

Are you passionate about transforming data into insights that drive business decisions? Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) is seeking a Data Engineering Intern to join our Data and Analytics team. In this role, you will work alongside experienced data engineers and business partners to develop, maintain, and improve data solutions that enable operational excellence and business value creation. This internship provides hands‑on experience with modern data platforms, cloud technologies, data pipelines, and analytics tools while contributing to real‑world projects.

Our Team

At Koch Engineered Solutions, we deliver innovative and sustainable solutions for complex industrial challenges. Our IT Data and Analytics team plays a critical role in bridging the gap between data products and software engineering by building the infrastructure and integrations that power data‑driven decision‑making.We are seeking a curious and motivatedData Engineering Internwho is passionate about coding, problem‑solving, and working closely with business stakeholders to turn data challenges into real‑world solutions. This internship is based in office in Wichita, KS or Houston, TX and designed for students interested in gaining hands‑on experience in data engineering.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with Data Scientists, Data Architects, Analytics Engineers, and business stakeholders to understand problem statements and translate them into technical solutions
• Clean, transform, and integrate data from various sources (structured and unstructured).
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance of data workflows.
• Document data architecture, workflows, and best practices.
• Develop and maintain data integrations, pipelines, and repositories using SQL, Python, dbt, and scripting languages
• Dive into data details and perform analysis and synthesis to identify opportunities for process improvements
• Take ownership of assigned projects and troubleshoot issues independently, escalating thoughtfully when necessary
• Design and model data solutions using Kimball dimensional modeling principles aligned to business processes and reporting requirements.
• Gain exposure to modern cloud‑based data platforms such as AWS and Snowflake
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to gain exposure to Agile project management and team collaboration practices.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Currently enrolled in a degree program related to one of the following areas: Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, Analytics or related technical field with at least one semester or term remaining after the internship
• Familiarity with Python through coursework, projects, or internships.
• Experience writing and troubleshooting SQL queries to extract and manipulate data from relational databases.
• Curiosity and basichands‑onexperience experimenting with AI/ML tools or generative assistants (Copilot, LLMs, AI APIs)or aclear willingness to learn and apply such tools safely under guidance.
• Eligible for full‑time employment by June 2028
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Initiative, natural curiosity, strong communication skills, and an aptitude for fast‑paced learning
• Familiarity with analytics, visualization, or business intelligence tools
• Knowledge of data warehousing, ETL/ELT concepts, or data modeling
• Experience building AI‑powered agents, copilots, or workflow automations using Power BI, Snowflake, or related AI‑enabled platforms.
• Willingness to learn and interest in using cloud platforms and big data technologies (AWS, Snowflake, Redshift, dbt, git, MS Fabric)

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) is a dynamic network of businesses that work together to create an ecosystem of domain expertise to increase operational efficiency, improve safety, reduce waste, and reduce emissions.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).