2026 Summer Internships | Data Analytics

Allegheny County Department of Human Services•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Allegheny County Department of Human Services (ACDHS) is the largest agency with a $1 billion+ budget, supporting over 200,000 residents annually through community partnerships. The ACDHS Internship Program offers students practical experience in public service, involving meaningful projects that enhance social services. ACDHS seeks undergraduate and graduate students to apply their skills, work with professionals, and impact programs serving vulnerable groups. Why Intern at DHS Contribute to projects that improve lives across Allegheny County Gain experience with one of the nation’s leading human services agencies Work alongside experienced professionals and community partners Build practical skills and explore careers in public service Program Details Dates: June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026 Schedule: 20–29 hours per week Work Type: In-person (Pittsburgh-based roles) Eligibility Enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university (undergraduate or graduate) Available to work at least 20 hours per week Able to work in person at an assigned ACDHS office Must have an Allegheny County address during the internship International candidates must meet federal I-9 employment eligibility requirements. Data Analytics Internships Overview The Data Analytics internships at ACDHS offers students the opportunity to apply their technical skills to real-world challenges that impact individuals, families, and communities across Allegheny County. As a Data Analytics Intern, you will work on projects that help ACDHS improve services, make informed decisions, and better understand community needs. You will gain hands-on experience using data to support programs in areas such as child welfare, behavioral health, aging services, and community supports. Focus Areas Child Welfare Analytics Criminal Justice Analytics Client Experience Analytics

Requirements

Enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university (undergraduate or graduate)
Available to work at least 20 hours per week
Able to work in person at an assigned ACDHS office
Must have an Allegheny County address during the internship
International candidates must meet federal I-9 employment eligibility requirements.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in SQL and at least one analytical tool (Python, R, or advanced Excel) for data analysis and transformation
Experience cleaning, validating, and working with large, complex datasets
Ability to design dashboards or data visualizations (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) that support decision-making
Experience working with APIs to extract and integrate data (e.g., REST APIs, JSON)
Strong analytical and statistical reasoning skills, with the ability to interpret results accurately
Ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences
Strong communication and organization skills, with the ability to manage work independently

Responsibilities

Analyze real ACDHS datasets to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities
Support dashboards, reports, and data visualizations for leadership
Clean, organize, and validate data from multiple sources
Translate data findings into clear, actionable insights
Collaborate with program, technology, and analytics teams
Contribute to projects that improve service delivery and outcomes
Develop scalable methods to link DHS provider data with public data sources using APIs

Benefits

Hands-on experience working with real-world data to inform decisions in a large public agency
Skills in data analysis, visualization, and translating insights into actionable recommendations
Exposure to how data supports policy, operations, and service delivery across human services
Experience communicating technical findings to non-technical stakeholders
Opportunity to present your work to ACDHS leadership through a final project or presentation
Understanding of career pathways in data analytics within the public and social impact sector

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