Data Management Intern (Unpaid)

Assist with data management tasks and improve data systems.

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Overview

Assist with data management tasks and improve data systems.

You have:

  • Reliable and dependable individual to handle tasks effectively.
  • An individual passionate about helping migrants entering the USA.
  • Interest in data management and related fields.
  • Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency in work tasks.
  • Moderate to advanced abilities in Microsoft Excel.
  • Fluency in using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
  • Self-guided and self-motivated approach to work.
  • Willingness to learn new software programs and data analysis tools.
  • Access to reliable internet, a computer, and video call technology for remote work.
  • Ability to install software and complete remote work effectively.
  • Ability to attend meetings via video call during Eastern Standard Time.
  • Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts.
  • Willingness to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies.
  • Not currently a recipient of IRC services.
  • Experience with Microsoft Teams is a plus.
  • Experience with Microsoft Power BI is a plus.
  • Experience with PowerAutomate is beneficial.
  • Experience with data analysis is advantageous.
  • Experience with any coding language is a valuable asset.

The Data Management Intern will support IRC’s Elizabeth, New Jersey office in data management – including data entry, data quality assurance, data analysis, and improving data infrastructure designs. This is an entry-level data management position.

Special note: The Summer 2025 internship may include 5-10 hours of data entry a week as a stop-gap measure to automating data entry processes.

This internship has both practical and theoretical learning goals. 70% of working hours will include assisting with data management tasks, particularly data entry, assuring data accuracy, and developing data entry automation processes. 30% of working hours will be dedicated to a project developed by the intern in conjunction with the intern’s supervising data staff person.

This internship is highly independent. Successful interns are self-motivated learners who actively solve problems as they arise.

The Data Management Intern may learn the details of data management across many teams in the IRC NJ office, including Resettlement, Intensive Case Management, Housing, Health and Wellness, Intake, Refugee Cash Assistance, Assistance for Families and Older Adults, Economic Empowerment, Adult Education, and Youth Education.

This role is remote and 15-20 hours a week. This position is unpaid. An applicant needs work authorization in the USA to qualify. (CPT and OPT are acceptable.)

RESPONSIBILITIES****:

Data Management

· Data entry

· Monitor data systems

· Data analysis

Project

· Developed by the intern in coordination with Data Specialist

· Must include data analysis and reference humanitarian work

· Intern will complete supplementary educational materials on data philosophy and ethics

Client-Centered

· Center clients in data administration decisions

· Assist staff in serving clients better

· Willingness to think creatively and serve clients better

LEARNING OBJECTIVES****:

1. Interns will learn the foundations of data management, including data system maintenance, data entry, and data analysis

2. Interns will develop an ability for self-guided work

3. Interns will reflect on the role of data in international humanitarian relief

4. Interns will learn the basics of data philosophy

5. Interns will reflect on the role of ethics in data management

REQUIREMENTS****:

· Reliable

· Passionate about helping migrants entering the USA

· Interest in data

· Accuracy and consistency with work

· Moderate to advanced Microsoft Excel abilities

· Fluency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint

· Self-guided and self-motivated

· Willing to learn new software programs and data analysis tools

· If remote or hybrid, access to reliable internet, a computer, and video call technology (laptops can be provided to an intern only while in the office)

· If remote or hybrid, ability to download and install software to complete remote work

· If remote or hybrid, ability to attend meetings via video call during Eastern Standard Time (NYC time)

· Willing to learn about IRC history, philosophy, global work, and local efforts

· Willing to adhere to IRC volunteer and workplace policies

· Cannot be a current IRC client

RECOMMENDED (NOT REQUIRED)****:

· Experience with Microsoft Teams

· Experience with Microsoft Power BI

· Experience with PowerAutomate

· Experience with data analysis

· Experience with any coding language

Update

Qualifications Update

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a project where you had to manage data effectively? This assesses your practical experience with data management. Provide specific examples of datasets you worked with and the tools you used.
How do you ensure accuracy when entering data? This evaluates your attention to detail and commitment to quality. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you had to learn a new software quickly. How did you approach it? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you prioritize tasks when handling multiple data management responsibilities? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your understanding of the role of data in humanitarian work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 1 year ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org