About the role#
As a Data Engineering Intern at the Arconic Technology Center, you will support data engineering, analytics, and digital transformation initiatives. You will work within the Fabrication Technology team to improve the quality, accessibility, and integration of data used in research, development, and manufacturing operations. This full-time, 10-week summer assignment pairs you with a manager and mentor to support your professional growth. You will contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with technical teams, and present your findings to leadership at the end of the program.
What you'll do#
- Collect, validate, organize, and cleanse data from multiple sources.
- Improve data collection and entry processes to support automation.
- Verify data accuracy through audits and quality checks.
- Support the development and testing of R Shiny applications and analytical tools.
- Conduct UI testing, identify issues, and document findings.
- Assist with database migration, integration, and data management projects.
- Support the digitization and organization of records and business data.
- Help automate reporting, workflows, and business processes.
- Test and validate Python-based tools and simulation outputs.
- Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, and technical teams on research and operational projects.
- Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to real-world business challenges.
- Present project findings and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.
- Gain exposure to advanced analytics, optimization, process modeling, and digital transformation.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Data Science, Data Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Science, or Social Sciences with a strong emphasis in Statistics, Quantitative Analysis, or Data Science.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Expected graduation date between August 2027 and May 2028.
- Programming experience with Tidyverse (R) and/or Pandas (Python).
- Experience cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing data using R or Python.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Familiarity with data organization and tidy data principles.
- Experience with databases, data pipelines, or data integration projects.
- Previous internship, research, or work experience in data analysis, engineering, software development, or manufacturing.
- Participation in extracurricular, leadership, research, community service, or student organization activities.
- Demonstrated interest in innovation, technology, and continuous improvement.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- Ability to meet requirements for access to controlled technology under Export Administration Regulations and/or International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Location & details#
- Location: New Kensington, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid internship with potential eligibility for company-provided housing or a housing stipend.
About Arconic
Arconic produces aluminum sheet, plate, and extrusions for various industrial applications. The company creates architectural products used in the aerospace, automotive, and building sectors. Founded in 2016, it operates as a public company based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The organization employs over 10,000 people to support its manufacturing operations.
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