Data Engineering Intern
MDPI AG
About the role
About the Role
Join our Product & Technology department as a Data Engineering Intern and gain practical, hands-on experience in a real production environment. You will contribute to the continuous improvement of our digital platforms and data systems while developing reliable and scalable data-processing solutions. High-performing interns may be considered for full-time opportunities after graduation.
As part of our commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment, this role requires working fully on-site.
Tasks & Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver a data engineering report automation project end-to-end;
- Build or extend simple ETL/ELT pipelines under guidance;
- Improve data quality checks, transformations, and monitoring processes;
- Contribute to creating reliable and repeatable data-processing components;
- Support testing, debugging, and optimization of data workflows;
- Prepare a final report summarizing main tasks, outcomes, and key learnings during the last weeks of the internship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent academic program;
- No prior professional experience required;
- Fluent in English (minimum B2).
Technical Skills
- Basic Python skills (data manipulation, scripting, understanding of project ecosystems);
- Basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, DuckDB);
- Understanding of core data engineering concepts (ETL/ELT, data modeling, medallion architecture);
- Familiarity with Linux/command line environments;
- Basic knowledge of version control systems (Git, GitLab CI/CD).
Personal Skills
- Strong team collaboration and communication skills;
- Analytical and structured problem-solving mindset;
- High motivation and willingness to learn;
- Proactive and detail-oriented working style.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to contribute to the academic/scientific community;
- Flexible working hours;
- Team bond strengthening through team-building events;
- Professional growth opportunities with our global training system;
- Working in a collaborative and socially responsible team;
- Company retreat facility;
- Full-coverage insurance for accidents/daily sickness;
- Prime location near Basel train station and city center;
- And more...
About MDPI
Headquartered in Switzerland, MDPI is a fully Open Access publisher with a portfolio of more than 500 journals across all scientific disciplines. To date, MDPI has published the works of over 4.5 million researchers, collaborating with an extensive network of academic institutions and scientific societies worldwide. Above all, MDPI is committed to ensuring that high-quality research is freely accessible to readers across the globe.
Initiatives
At MDPI, we develop and maintain various platforms in order to better serve the scientific community. Please find here-below a list of our main platforms:
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