Data Engineering Intern

About HireShire

HireShire is a global staffing and talent development platform dedicated to connecting high-potential professionals with forward-thinking organisations. As we expand our technology talent ecosystem, we are launching our Data Engineering Internship Program to support aspiring engineers in building real-world skills across modern data systems and cloud infrastructure.

Role Overview

As a Data Engineering Intern at HireShire, you will gain hands-on experience working with scalable data pipelines, cloud data platforms, and analytics infrastructure. This role is designed for motivated learners who want to develop strong foundations in data engineering while working on real-world projects under professional mentorship.

No prior professional experience is requiredthis program supports beginners transitioning into the data domain.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn to design and build data pipelines using tools such as Python, SQL, and Apache Airflow
• Assist in collecting, transforming, and loading (ETL) data from multiple sources
• Support data warehousing solutions using platforms like BigQuery, Snowflake, Redshift, or Azure Synapse
• Work with cloud storage systems on AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Help maintain data quality, integrity, and documentation best practices
• Participate in real-time projects involving analytics datasets and reporting pipelines
• Collaborate with mentors and team members to troubleshoot and optimise workflows
  

Who Can Apply

• Students or recent graduates in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields
• Career switchers eager to enter the data engineering domain
• Candidates with:
• Basic knowledge of SQL or Python
• Interest in data systems, cloud platforms, and automation
• Strong learning mindset and problem-solving skills
• Previous experience is helpful but not mandatory

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Familiarity with ETL processes or data modelling
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Awareness of data visualisation tools or analytics platforms
• Understanding of

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  Big Data concepts (Spark, Kafka, Hadoop)

What Youll Gain

• Practical experience working on real-world data engineering projects
• 1:1 mentorship from experienced Data Engineers
• Guided training in modern tools, platforms, and workflows
• Step-by-step exposure to cloud data infrastructure
• Internship Certificate & Letter of Recommendation upon completion
• Career support, including:
• Resume and LinkedIn optimisation
• Portfolio development
• Mock technical interviews
• Potential eligibility for Pre-Placement Opportunities (PPO) at HireShire or partner organisations based on performance

Stipend

• Starting stipend based on technical assessments and overall performance.