Data Analyst Intern

Ascensus is the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, providing products and expertise that help nearly 16 million people save for a better today and tomorrow.Are you a student looking to make extra money this summer while gaining valuable work experience? Ascensus is the leading independent technology and service platform powering savings plans across America, providing products and expertise that help nearly 16 million people save for a better today and tomorrow. Our internship program offers practical corporate work experience that could lead to full-time work after graduation. We are seeking students going into their senior year, graduating in the spring of 2027.The shift is from 9 am to 5 pm, 40 hours per week, starting in June and ending in August. This is a hybrid position in Newton, MA that pays $20 per hour.The Data Analyst Intern will support the Retirement Operations team by helping transform data into meaningful insights that inform business decisions. This internship is designed to provide hands‑on experience working with real‑world datasets, analytics tools, and business partners while building foundational skills in data analysis, reporting, and data storytelling. The intern will work closely with experienced analysts and stakeholders and receive mentorship throughout the program.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist in collecting, cleaning, and validating data from internal and external sources to ensure data quality and accuracySupport analysis of datasets to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for operational or business improvementHelp build and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations used by leadership and cross‑functional teamsPartner with analysts and business stakeholders to understand data needs and help define metrics and KPIsContribute to the development and documentation of data models, data dictionaries, and standard reporting definitionsPerform ad hoc analyses to support business questions and ongoing initiativesAssist with tracking performance metrics and supporting regular reporting cyclesCollaborate with data engineering, IT, and analytics teams to learn how data pipelines and infrastructure are managedFollow established data governance, privacy, and security standardsSkills & QualificationsRequired:Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field (or recent graduate)Strong interest in data analysis, analytics, or business intelligenceExposure to SQL or relational databases through coursework, projects, or internshipsFamiliarity with Excel (basic to intermediate formulas, pivot tables, data analysis concepts)Ability to analyze data, think critically, and solve problemsStrong attention to detail and willingness to learnAbility to communicate findings clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiencesPreferred:Exposure to data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or AlteryxCoursework or project experience using Python or R for data analysisFamiliarity with basic data modeling or data warehousing conceptsInterest in financial services, retirement plans, or a highly metrics‑driven industryExperience working on academic, personal, or team data projectsCore CompetenciesAnalytical and quantitative thinkingCuriosity and eagerness to learnData visualization and storytelling fundamentalsCollaboration and communication skillsTime management and ability to balance multiple prioritiesGrowth mindset and openness to feedbackBe aware of employment fraud. All email communications from Ascensus or its hiring managers originate from @ascensus.com or @futureplan.com email addresses. We will never ask you for payment or require you to purchase any equipment. If you are suspicious or unsure about validity of a job posting, we strongly encourage you to apply directly through our website.