Data & Analytics Data Engineer Intern 2026 - Advanced Analytics BATON ROUGE, US

OverviewAbout the IBM Consulting Client Innovation Center (CIC): IBM Consulting CICs are high-delivery, team-based environments where technologists work onsite to build real solutions for real clients. Interns collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, and consultants to support data platforms, pipelines, and analytics solutions across industries. The delivery centers are built for learning through delivery, combining hands-on project exposure, structured training, mentorship, and teamwork to help students develop strong data engineering foundations and prepare for early-career technical roles. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working with data, building systems, and learning how large-scale data solutions are delivered in an in-person, collaborative environment.In this role, you'll work in one of our IBM Consulting Client Innovation Centers (Delivery Centers), where we deliver deep technical and industry expertise to a wide range of public and private sector clients around the world. Our delivery centers offer locally based skills and technical expertise to drive innovation and adoption of new technology.ResponsibilitiesThe Data Engineer Intern role is a developmental, learning-focused position that provides hands-on exposure to data engineering concepts, tools, and delivery practices in a professional consulting environment. It is not about owning production pipelines or designing enterprise data architectures on day one. It is about applying academic knowledge, learning how data systems are built and operated, and supporting delivery teams with data ingestion, transformation, and quality activities.Support data ingestion, transformation, and preparation activities under the guidance of experienced data engineersAssist with building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines using established tools and frameworksHelp validate data quality, accuracy, and completeness across datasetsContribute to data processing tasks using SQL and programming languages such as PythonGain exposure to modern data platforms, including cloud-based data lakes and warehousesParticipate in Agile or project-based delivery activities such as stand-ups and sprint reviewsHelp document data flows, pipeline logic, and implementation detailsBuild technical and professional skills through mentorship, training, and hands-on project workThis internship role is based in an IBM Client Innovation Center (CIC) and requires regular onsite presence at the assigned delivery center. Working onsite enables hands-on learning, real-time collaboration, and mentorship that support faster growth and stronger delivery outcomes. Interns work in a collaborative, in-person team environment.Work authorizationIBM will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship requirements.EducationRequired: High School Diploma/GEDPreferred: Bachelor's DegreeTechnical and professional expertiseThese qualifications are essential for success in the role:Technical Foundation SkillsCoursework or hands-on experience in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical fieldBasic programming experience in Python or another programming language gained through coursework, labs, or projectsFoundational understanding of SQL and relational data conceptsFamiliarity with core data concepts such as tables, schemas, transformations, and data validationAnalytical and Learning SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to approach tasks using structured, logical thinkingComfortable working onsite in a collaborative, team-based environmentAbility to work effectively in a technology-driven consulting environment where tools, platforms, and client needs evolve over timeWillingness to learn new tools, platforms, and data technologies in a delivery settingAbility to learn new tools, techniques, and technologies in a delivery settingAbility to follow established processes and seek guidance when neededEducation (continued)High School Diploma or GEDPreferred skillsPreferred Skills (Nice-to-Haves):Exposure to ETL/ELT concepts or tools through coursework or projectsFamiliarity with modern data platforms or tools (e.g., dbt, Snowflake, BigQuery, Spark, Airflow, or similar)Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or IBM Cloud) through labs or academic projectsExperience working with datasets for analytics or machine learning courseworkParticipation in team-based academic projects, hackathons, internships, or capstone coursesAbout business unitIBM Consulting is IBM's consulting and global professional services business, with market-leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. We offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people focus on accelerating clients' businesses through collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.Your life @ IBMIn a world where technology never stands still, you'll be encouraged to learn and develop yourself and your career, be courageous and experiment daily, and have continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive regardless of background. IBMers are growth-minded, curious, open to feedback, and committed to transforming themselves and the company. They collaborate with colleagues with a team-focused approach to drive exceptional outcomes for customers.About IBMIBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe in applying intelligence, reason, and science to improve business, society, and the human condition by bringing open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for clients and partners. We are an organization with a long history of reinvention and leadership in technology and consulting.IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by law. IBM also complies with fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.Other relevant job detailsSupplemental 1 employees may be eligible for up to 8 paid holidays, a minimum of 56 hours paid sick time, and the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan. IBM offers paid family medical leave and disability benefits where required by law. This position was posted on the date cited in the job details and is anticipated to remain posted for 15 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.The compensation range and benefits are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year and vary by skills, experience, and location. Pay increments and frequency comply with employment classification and law. For part-time roles, compensation and benefits are prorated.Date posted: 27-Mar-2026 | Job ID: 89766 | City: Baton Rouge, LA | Country: United States | Work arrangement: Onsite | Area of work: Data & Analytics | Employment type: Co-Op (Fixed Term) | Contract type: Internship | Salary range: 29,120.00 – 51,484.00J-18808-Ljbffr