Data Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

This is a U.S. based position. All of the programs we support require U.S. citizenship to be eligible for employment. All work must be conducted within the continental U.S.

Please use this link (https://www.videoask.com/f21dznuya) to submit a brief video (approximately 1 minute) alongside your application that covers:

• Your Education: What you studied, where, and what excited you most about your program.
• Your Work Experience: Any internships, co-ops, part-time roles, or meaningful projects - and what you learned.
• Your Team Experience: A specific example of working on a team, your role, and how you contributed to a successful outcome.

About the Role:

As a Data Engineering Intern at Raft, you’ll play a hands-on role in enhancing our Data Fabric by onboarding open-source datasets to enrich our out-of-the-box catalog. This role is ideal for someone passionate about data and eager to explore how diverse datasets can drive insight and value. You’ll work with our data engineering team to integrate new datasets, showcase “the art of the possible” with data, and contribute to a robust, enriched data catalog that supports advanced analytics and discovery.

What we are looking for:

• 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) for collaborative projects.
• Ability to collaborate with team members to onboard and enrich datasets in our Data Fabric environment.
• Analytical skills to assess dataset quality and relevance for catalog enrichment.
• Currently enrolled in a Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related degree program.
• U.S. citizenship is required due to potential exposure to sensitive government-related work.

Highly Preferred:

• 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 effectively share insights and project outcomes within the team.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for exploring new datasets and discovering new applications of data.

Work Type:

• Location: Onsite at Raft HQ in McLean, VA
• Duration: June to August 2027
• Hours: Part-time, up to 40 hours per week
• Compensation: $20 - $24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.