About the role#
The SQL Database Administrator Intern is an entry-level role supporting the Database Administration team. You will gain hands-on exposure to enterprise Microsoft SQL Server environments, focusing on platform operations, system health, and performance fundamentals. You will work under the guidance of experienced administrators to learn industry practices related to database availability, security, and diagnostic workflows. This position is designed as a development pathway toward a future Junior Database Administrator role.
What you'll do#
- Monitor SQL Server environments for availability and system health.
- Review database monitoring dashboards and alerting tools.
- Validate that SQL Server Agent jobs execute successfully.
- Verify database backup operations and participate in supervised restore testing in non-production environments.
- Track disk utilization, storage growth, CPU usage, and memory trends.
- Support capacity tracking and utilization reporting.
- Maintain database inventories, runbooks, operational procedures, and environment documentation.
- Review performance metrics and learn to identify tuning opportunities.
- Participate in the analysis of slow-running queries under DBA guidance.
- Assist with security access reviews and documentation.
- Escalate issues according to documented processes.
What you'll need#
- A fundamental understanding of relational database concepts and introductory knowledge of SQL querying.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- The ability to follow documented procedures accurately.
- A demonstrated interest in database administration or infrastructure operations.
- The ability to work both independently and within a team.
- Academic or personal experience with Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Server Management Studio, or Azure Portal is preferred.
- Exposure to T-SQL, indexes, stored procedures, views, or Windows Server concepts is a plus.
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in a field such as Computer Science or Information Technology is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling term.
- The role is based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. While we prefer candidates to be on-site, we offer remote capabilities for qualified individuals residing in the United States.
- We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
About Transcard
Transcard is a financial services company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Founded in 2008, the firm provides global payment orchestration solutions to banks, fintech companies, and other businesses. It employs between 51 and 200 people. The company offers tools for disbursements, receivables, and account-to-account payments.
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