Raft Data Engineering Intern at Raft to enhance Data Fabric by onboarding open-source datasets. Collaborate with the data engineering team to enrich the data catalog supporting advanced analytics.
Responsibilities
As a Data Engineering Intern at Raft, you’ll play a hands-on role in enhancing our Data Fabric by onboarding open-source datasets to enrich our out-of-the-box catalog. This role is ideal for someone passionate about data and eager to explore how diverse datasets can drive insight and value. You’ll work with our data engineering team to integrate new datasets, showcase “the art of the possible” with data, and contribute to a robust, enriched data catalog that supports advanced analytics and discovery.
What we are looking for:
Passion for data engineering and working with open-source datasets.
Basic knowledge of data integration and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.
Familiarity with Python, SQL, or similar tools for data manipulation and analysis.
Understanding of data structures, databases, and version control tools (such as Git) for collaborative projects.
Ability to collaborate with team members to onboard and enrich datasets in our Data Fabric environment.
Analytical skills to assess dataset quality and relevance for catalog enrichment.
Currently enrolled in a Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related degree program.
U.S. citizenship is required due to potential exposure to sensitive government-related work.
Highly Preferred:
Interest in cloud-based data platforms and big data technologies.
Qualification
Familiarity with PythonUnderstanding of data structuresCurrently enrolled in Data ScienceFamiliarity with Agile methodologiesStrong communication skills
Required
Passion for data engineering and open-source datasets
Basic knowledge of data integration and ETL processes
Familiarity with Python, SQL, or similar tools
Understanding of data structures, databases, and version control tools such as Git
Ability to collaborate with team members
Analytical skills to assess dataset quality and relevance
Currently enrolled in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related degree program
U.S. citizenship required
Preferred
Interest in cloud-based data platforms and big data technologies
Eagerness to learn about data catalogs and data discovery tools
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Strong communication skills
Curiosity and enthusiasm for exploring new datasets
