Data Engineering Intern

About LS Direct

LS Direct is a data-driven direct mail marketing organization. LS provides powerful analysis essential in today’s market. Our rich data allows us to understand the ins and outs of our client’s customer base, so we are more value-added and know how to best engage and achieve success with them. Through cutting-edge technology and a team of top-tier data scientists and analysts, LS Direct delivers high-quality, precise data solutions tailored to our clients' needs. We offer hands-on, data-driven support, leveraging our expertise to drive impactful marketing strategies and ensure our clients reach their goals.

• Company Location: Suffern, NY
• Position Location: Suffern, NY
• Expected Hours of Work: This is a Full-Time Summer position Monday-Friday for 10 weeks. This is a hybrid position. After the first 2 weeks in-office, work will be transitioned to 3 days in-office, and 2 days remote.
• Start date of June 15th, 2026, and End date of August 14th, 2026
• Competitive compensation

Work Authorization

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• LS Direct does not provide visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position.
• LS Direct does not provide housing assistance now or in the future for this position.

Responsibilities/ Requirements

• Currently a rising senior pursuing a degree in Data Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Programming.
• Understanding of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes for integrating and preparing data from multiple sources.
• Familiarity with data pipelines and database management for ensuring smooth information flow between platforms.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure data integrity, consistency, and completeness throughout ETL processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• A proactive and self-motivated attitude with a willingness to learn.
• Experience with SQL and at least one programming language (e.g., Python or R); familiarity with ETL or data integration tools is a plus.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, transform and validate data with significant precision and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for documenting ETL workflows, troubleshooting data issues, and collaborating with team members.
• Experience working on programming projects and/or on databases.
• Familiarity with data cleaning, transformation, and loading techniques, including working with structured data formats (e.g., CSV, SQL tables).
• Ability to organize and manage large volumes of data from various sources to support business and marketing operations.
• Proficiency in Excel for data review and reporting.
• Experience with project management tools like Jira.