Data Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Raft • McLean, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Raft is hiring a Data Engineering Intern for summer 2027. The intern will work with the data engineering team to enhance Raft’s Data Fabric by onboarding open-source datasets and enriching its out-of-the-box catalog. The role involves integrating datasets, demonstrating potential uses of data, and contributing to a data catalog that supports advanced analytics and discovery. This is an onsite position at Raft headquarters in McLean, Virginia, running from June through August 2027, for up to 40 hours per week. Compensation is $20–$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, and all work must be conducted within the continental United States. The supported programs require U.S. citizenship, and the position may involve exposure to sensitive government-related work. Applicants are asked to submit an approximately one-minute video with their application covering their education, work experience, and an example of successful teamwork.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related degree program.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Passion for data engineering and working with open-source datasets.
• Basic knowledge of data integration and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.
• Familiarity with Python, SQL, or similar tools for data manipulation and analysis.
• Understanding of data structures, databases, and version control tools such as Git.
• Ability to collaborate with team members.
• Analytical skills to assess dataset quality and relevance.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in cloud-based data platforms and big data technologies.
• Eagerness to learn about data catalogs and data discovery tools.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and adaptability to a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to share insights and project outcomes with the team.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for exploring new datasets and discovering new applications of data.

Responsibilities

• Onboard open-source datasets to enrich Raft’s out-of-the-box data catalog.
• Integrate new datasets into the Data Fabric environment.
• Showcase potential insights and applications enabled by diverse datasets.
• Assess dataset quality and relevance for catalog enrichment.
• Collaborate with team members on dataset onboarding and enrichment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed