Solution Tree:About UsSolution Tree delivers comprehensive professional development to schools and districts around the world. We empower K–12 educators to raise student achievement through a wide range of services and products including educator conferences, customized district solutions for long-term professional development, books, videos, and online courses. When you join Solution Tree, you join a highly regarded team that is dedicated to providing quality and excellence in professional development. Guided by our mission, vision, and values, our team is united under one goal – to transform education worldwide to ensure learning for all. If you have the passion and skill to help further Solution Tree’s mission, we want to hear from you.Employees Enjoy

• Innovative, team-oriented environment
• Working with leading voices and rising stars in staff development
• A compensation package that includes competitive pay and benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, 401k, paid time off, and more.
• Doing work that matters

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Specialist Intern to join our IT team. This is an excellent opportunity for a college student to gain hands-on experience in a real-world, professional setting. The intern will work closely with our data management team to support and improve our data processes.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Assist in the development and maintenance of databases, data systems, and data analytics platforms.
2. Utilize Power BI to create and manage dashboards and reports that visualize key data for decision-making.
3. Participate in the design and implementation of data models to support business processes.
4. Collaborate with team members to gather and analyze data from primary or secondary data sources.
5. Maintain data integrity and security in database management and warehousing.
6. Help in identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends or patterns in complex data sets.
7. Assist with troubleshooting and improving existing data systems and deployments.

Competencies

Detail Oriented.

Data Analysis.

Technical Capacity.

Communication Proficiency

Work Independently.

Time Management.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a paid internship position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m and 20 hours maximum per week. 

Travel

None expected.

Required Education and Experience

• An undergraduate or graduate degree (or currently enrolled) in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Management, Statistics, or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience with Power BI for creating reports and dashboards.
• Understanding of database principles and experience in database management systems.
• Familiarity with data modeling, data warehousing, and building ETL flows.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Adept at queries, report writing, and presenting findings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Required Education and Experience

• Knowledge of SQL, store procedures, or Python is a plus.
• Previous internship or project experience in data analysis or data management.
• Experience with Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) solutions such as MuleSoft a plus.

Remote Work Environment and Personal Obligation Management

As a remote-first company, we are committed to providing our team members with the flexibility to work from anywhere. However, to maintain our standards of excellence and ensure uninterrupted productivity, we have specific expectations regarding the remote work environment.

Dedicated Workspace: Employees are expected to establish a dedicated, quiet workspace that is free of distractions. This environment should be conducive to professional activities and mirror the focus and privacy one would expect in an in-office setting.

Personal Obligations: While we recognize the challenges of balancing professional responsibilities with personal obligations, including childcare, we rely on our team members to manage these aspects effectively during work hours. It is essential that personal obligations do not impede work commitments. Employees are responsible for arranging appropriate care or support to ensure they can dedicate their full attention to their work tasks without interruption.

We believe these practices are key to fostering a productive and respectful remote working culture, where every team member can contribute their best work. We evaluate candidates based on a holistic view of their qualifications, including but not limited to their skills, experience, and education. Our goal is to offer a competitive compensation package that reflects the value we believe each employee brings to our team. The final salary for the position will be determined after a thorough evaluation of the successful candidate's relevant qualifications in relation to our compensation structure, which is designed to reward contributions and performance.

Request for Reasonable Accommodation:

If you need a reasonable accommodation to fulfill an application due to a recognized disability under applicable law, kindly email HumanResources@SolutionTree.com. Please be aware that this email is intended solely for responding to specific requests for assistance related to completing the application as an accommodation for a disability. Other inquiries will not be addressed.
Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.