About the role#
The Data Analytics Intern will transform data into insights that support business decisions. During this 10-week program, you will complete a defined analytics project while collaborating with analysts, engineers, and business stakeholders. This is a full-time, 10-week internship beginning in early June 2027.
What you'll do#
- Gather and clarify business questions and reporting requirements.
- Query, clean, validate, and analyze data from enterprise systems.
- Identify trends, patterns, risks, and opportunities in datasets.
- Develop dashboards, visualizations, or analytical reports.
- Define and document metrics, assumptions, and data sources.
- Communicate findings through concise narratives and presentations.
- Participate in team meetings, peer reviews, and stakeholder discussions.
- Present final insights and recommendations at the end of the internship.
What you'll need#
- At least 30 college credit hours completed in data analytics, statistics, economics, business analytics, computer science, mathematics, information systems, or a related field.
- U.S. citizenship or permanent work authorization.
- Preferred: Completed bachelor’s degree and enrollment verification or 9 credit hours completed in a master’s program in a related field.
- Preferred: Academic, project, or internship experience with data modeling, SQL, and data analysis.
- Preferred: Familiarity with visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Looker.
- Preferred: Experience with Python, R, Excel, statistical analysis, or data visualization.
- Preferred: Familiarity with data quality, KPI development, experimentation, or forecasting.
- Experience gained through coursework, research, case competitions, personal projects, or prior internships.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Reston, Virginia, or may be performed remotely from anywhere in the U.S.
- The position is hybrid for those in Reston, with an expectation to be in the office 2 days per week.
- Pay is $23 per hour for undergraduate interns and $28 per hour for graduate interns.
- This role is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship.
About ICF
ICF is a global consulting and technology firm founded in 1969. Based in Reston, Virginia, the company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people. It provides services across sectors including energy, health, environment, and cybersecurity. The firm assists clients with digital transformation and IT modernization projects.
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