Database Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

Rocket Companies • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

As the Database Engineer Intern, you'll support the development and maintenance of database solutions that ensure reliable, high‑quality data across systems. This role provides hands‑on experience working with SQL Server, data integration, and database best practices while learning from experienced engineers. About the role Assist with database design, data modeling, and query optimization Help write and maintain SQL queries, views, and stored procedures Support data integration and data quality efforts across systems Assist with maintaining and enhancing database applications Participate in code reviews and documentation efforts Learn and follow database security and best practices Assist with automation and process improvement initiatives Collaborate with engineers and team members in an Agile/DevOps environment About you Minimum Qualifications Basic understanding of relational databases and SQL through coursework or projects Preferred Qualifications Exposure to Microsoft SQL Server Familiarity with SQL queries, views, or stored procedures Basic understanding of data modeling or ETL concepts Experience with Git/GitHub through coursework or projects Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools What you’ll get Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too! We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life. We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind. Simply put: We’ve got your back. Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks. About us Rocket is a Detroit-based company made up of businesses that provide simple, fast and trusted digital solutions for complex transactions. The name comes from our flagship business, now known as Rocket Mortgage®, which was founded in 1985. Today, we’re a publicly traded company involved in many different industries, including mortgages, fintech, real estate and more. We’re insistently different in how we look at the world and are committed to an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard. Apply today to join a team that offers career growth, amazing benefits and the chance to work with leading industry professionals. This job description is an outline of the primary responsibilities of this position and may be modified at the discretion of the company at any time. Decisions related to employment are not based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in completing the application and/or participating in the application process should contact a member of the Human Resources team, at [email protected]. As part of the ecosystem of Rocket® we transform talented candidates into passionate team members who thrive in our world of opportunities. Join us in our mission to shape the future of our industries and make a lasting impact in our communities and beyond.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of relational databases and SQL through coursework or projects

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to Microsoft SQL Server
• Familiarity with SQL queries, views, or stored procedures
• Basic understanding of data modeling or ETL concepts
• Experience with Git/GitHub through coursework or projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Responsibilities

• Assist with database design, data modeling, and query optimization
• Help write and maintain SQL queries, views, and stored procedures
• Support data integration and data quality efforts across systems
• Assist with maintaining and enhancing database applications
• Participate in code reviews and documentation efforts
• Learn and follow database security and best practices
• Assist with automation and process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with engineers and team members in an Agile/DevOps environment

Benefits

• Our team members fuel our strategy, innovation and growth, so we ensure the health and well-being of not just you, but your family, too!
• We go above and beyond to give you the support you need on an individual level and offer all sorts of ways to help you live your best life.
• We are proud to offer eligible team members perks and health benefits that will help you have peace of mind.
• Simply put: We’ve got your back.
• Check out our full list of Benefits and Perks.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed