- Salary
- $17+/hr
- Location
- 50 E. Civic Center Dr., AZ, AZ
- Type
- Internship
- Seniority
- Internship
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
The IT Data Strategist Intern will work on a project to build Power BI Dashboards, giving the intern hands-on experience with real municipal data, DAX, and SQL. This project will result in being able to present data in a clear and interactive format.
The intern will work with the Data Governance Team, receiving regular guidance, feedback, and mentorship from experienced staff. The role offers exposure to real municipal data and the opportunity to learn how data governance supports decision-making across Town departments.
At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do! Here are some desired qualifications:
- Experience with the Microsoft 365 suite
- Basic understanding of Power BI
- Familiarity with DAX and SQL is preferred but not required
- Curious, detail-oriented, and eager to build practical data skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain data findings in plain terms to non-technical audiences
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and a solutions-oriented attitude
Please note that the intern selected for this position must be enrolled in an accredited college institution as an undergraduate student.
This position is an At-Will position and is FLSA Non-Exempt. This is a part-time position, working up to 20 hours per week, with a work schedule during the hours of Monday - Thursday, 7 am - 6 pm.
This is a semester-long internship for Spring 2027. The anticipated start date for this internship is Tuesday, January 19th, 2027.
The ideal candidate for this position will be passionate about data and how it supports better decisions. We’re looking for outcome-oriented individuals who enjoy digging into numbers, asking good questions, and presenting findings clearly, ensuring Town staff and leadership can trust and use the data they rely on.
The IT Data Strategist Intern is someone who is adept at finding common-sense, well-reasoned approaches to difficult problems and can explain data and its meaning in plain terms to colleagues who may not be familiar with technical language. Strong written and verbal communication skills are required, as well as interpersonal savvy.
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Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.