Data Analytics Intern

Remote

  • Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
  • Location: Remote |
  • Grade: Internship - Internship
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Statistics
    • Information Technology and Computer Science
  • Closing Date:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

SCOPE OF INTERN WORK: The Data Analytics Intern will assist with the process of collecting,cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing data for the International Rescue Committee’s New Yorkprogram office. The intern will receive first-hand experience in database management, metricsdevelopment and evaluation, and dashboard design and implementation. The intern will have theopportunity to network with other interns and program teams to build their problem solving andcollaboration capabilities. The intern will have the opportunity to identify an area of need anddesign a project that furthers their interests.RESPONSIBILITIES:• Perform data cleaning steps on large datasets.• Monitor data consistency issues, such as duplicate records, and communicate theseissues to their supervisor.• Perform monthly refreshes on existing Power BI reports.• Respond to requests for data from program teams as appropriate.• Perform data analysis techniques using DAX, including calculating measures andperforming joins.• Build new Power BI reports that reflect program needs when needed.• Design, build, and implement an intern-led project in the field of data analysis andvisualization.LEARNING OBJECTIVES:1. Gain firsthand experience in data analytics in the public sector and how data can beused to scale social impact.2. Enhance problem solving and communication capabilities by working individually and inteam settings.3. Develop leadership capability through the implementation of an intern-led project.TITLE: Data Analytics InternLOCATION: Hybrid NY/RemoteSTART DATE: 05/15/2025DURATION: 12 weeksPOSITION REPORTS TO: Data and Quality Assurance Coordinator• Knowledge of DAX, including fuzzy merges, calculated tables, and advanced measuresis preferred.• Knowledge of other Power Platform tools, such as Power Automate and Power Apps, is aplus but is not required. REQUIREMENTS:• A current graduate student (or having graduated within twelve months of the internshipstart date) in data science, business analytics, information systems, or a related degree.• At least one year of full-time professional experience (internship experience included) indata analysis, visualization, or a related field.• Passion for humanitarian or social impact work.• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft data analysis tools, such as Power BI, Power Query,and Excel, is strongly preferred.

Standard of Professional Conduct: The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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