Data & Analytics Intern

Location: Irvine, CA, United States Department: Internships

Who is Trace3?

Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate.

Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it!

Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco.

Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology?

Come Join Us!

Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times

We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems.

Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover

We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like.

Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart

We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us.

JOB SUMMARY

The Data and Analytics Engineer Intern will assist in designing, building, and testing data platforms and analytics solutions, including preparing trusted data for AI-enabled applications, to generate actionable insights for our customers.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO LEARN

The challenges modern businesses are facing with data and how to address them with leading-edge technology solutions

How to break down complex data problems and solve them by designing simplified, achievable solutions

How organizations can leverage data to gain a competitive advantage by extracting patterns from large datasets

How to build and test data pipelines that prepare structured and unstructured data for analytics and AI use cases

Partner with our Data & Analytics Team to determine appropriate approaches to data ingestion, structure, storage, and quality, then help implement and validate these solutions

Contribute ideas on how to make our customers’ data more valuable and work with members of Trace3’s Engineering Team to implement solutions

How data quality, metadata, and governance support reliable analytics and AI-enabled applications

How to use AI-assisted development tools to support SQL, Python, testing, and documentation while validating outputs and protecting customer data

ELIGIBILITY AND PREFERRED SKILLS

Enrollment in the Junior or Senior year of an undergraduate program or master’s program at an accredited college or university

Candidates should be pursuing a field of study applicable to the Data & Analytics internship

Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better; People and Organizational Health may require a copy of the applicant’s transcript

Academic or professional/internship experience working in a professional setting is a plus

Foundational knowledge of SQL or Python, data transformation, data modeling, or data visualization through coursework, personal projects, or prior experience is a plus

Exposure to cloud data platforms, notebooks, Git-based version control, or APIs is a plus

Interest in AI-enabled analytics and familiarity with data quality, metadata, privacy, and responsible use of AI tools; coursework or personal projects are welcome

Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and accepts direction on given assignments

Self-motivated individuals with a customer mindset and desire to help people

Enthusiasm for technical problem solving with attention to detail and strong communication skills

Ability to learn and research in a dynamic and engaging environment

Availability to work 40 hours per week throughout the internship

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.

Estimated Pay Range

$18—$27 USD

The Perks

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability

Competitive Compensation

Training and development programs

Major offices stocked with snacks and beverages

Collaborative and cool culture

Work-life balance and generous paid time off

Our Commitment

At the core of Trace3's DNA is our people. We are a diverse group of talented individuals who understand the importance of teamwork and demonstrating leadership, character, and passion in all that we do.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We recognize that embracing diversity drives innovation, improves outcomes, fosters collaboration, boosts teammate satisfaction, and builds a more inclusive cultur