Data & Analytics Engineer Intern

Are you interested in making a world of difference in cancer care? Cancer strikes more than 10 million people worldwide each year. As the leading medical society representing doctors who care for people with cancer, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is committed to conquering cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality, equitable patient care. Internship Overview: ASCO is a flexible, high-performance membership organization where employees collaborate to support our mission through evidence, care, and impact. Together with Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, we foster a culture that prioritizes customer-centricity, emphasizes teamwork, commits to quality, and values inclusion. Our culture, ASCO Works – Our Way of Working, has long enabled workplace flexibility and embraced technology to help us achieve balance. This is an Alexandria, VA based internship. To learn what it’s like to work at ASCO, click here. Who we are looking for: ASCO’s Information Technology Department is in search of a highly motivated Data & Analytics Engineer Intern to participate in creating data products from start to end using Amazon Web Services (AWS) tools and architecture. The intern will also have the opportunity to contribute to other department automation-related projects and initiatives. Don't miss this chance to make a meaningful contribution to ASCO while gaining valuable hands-on experience in AWS architecture. Apply now and join our team!Internship activities include: * Contribute to building a data pipeline * Culminating in the development of Python solutions or other automation projects * Assist with the development and implementation of innovative technical solutions * Conduct research and analyze data to identify opportunities for automation * Build and maintain automation solutions using a variety of tools and technologies * Test and debug automation solutions to ensure they are working as expected * Document automation solutions and processes * Present findings and recommendations to the team Required qualifications: * Currently enrolled in an undergraduate BA/BS degree program, or graduate program, or recently graduated from a 4-year degree program. Candidates must be at least a junior or entering their junior year of college at the start of the internship.  * Hand-on experience working with SQL and Python * Familiarity with database tools; and data ingestion, data mining, and/or machine learning being a plus * Basic knowledge of database engineering and data storage * Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite (365 preferred) * Strong interpersonal and communication skills * Professionalism * Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with flexibility to adapt to changing needs * Solid organizational and time management skills and impeccable attention to detail * Excellent customer service skills and professionalism * Willingness to enhance skills Duration: 10 weeks during the summer – June 10, 2024, to August 16, 2024. This internship is 37.5 hours per week.   Compensation: This summer internship position is paid. Additionally, ASCO will provide parking or a metro subsidy to the successful candidate.  Location: This internship is based in Alexandria, VA and will require working onsite. Candidates should reside in the D.C. metro area or be able to relocate at their own expense. If you are not able to work at ASCO Headquarters, please do not apply.  ADA/Physical Requirements Extended periods seated or standing at a desk High use of computer and other office technology equipment To apply for this internship, please submit your application online. The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. At ASCO, our goal is to foster and encourage a diversity of thought, experience, and background in our workplace. Our organization’s culture is multi-dimensional, and we encourage our employees to leverage their unique perspectives and ideas.