Intern, Data Analyst

About the Role

CHAMP is redefining the technology used by Motor Vehicle Agencies and their stakeholders with innovative, cloud-based software. This 10-week internship program offers a hands-on, immersive, and collaborative experience where interns contribute to real business goals. Interns will take on a project connected to current priorities, build practical skills, and share accomplishments at an intern showcase. The program includes a dedicated buddy and mentor, opportunities to connect with executives and senior leaders, and invites to monthly lunch & learns. A midpoint and final evaluation will provide feedback on strengths, growth opportunities, and contributions. The program also includes social events to foster connections and community. CHAMP has been recognized on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, Forbes’ America’s Best Startup Employers, and the Inc. Regionals Midwest list. There are opportunities for extended internships or full-time roles.

Your Impact

As a Data Analyst Intern, you will work alongside CHAMP’s Data Team to transform everyday data into reliable reporting and useful insights. You will explore datasets, investigate discrepancies, and support operational analytics to understand business operations. This role allows you to apply analytical thinking to real-world questions, understand data discrepancies, and improve information accuracy and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on a defined data analysis project with real business impact.
• Write and troubleshoot SQL queries to retrieve, explore, and validate data.
• Help create and maintain dashboards and reports in Metabase.
• Compare and reconcile data between systems to identify mismatches, patterns, and unusual trends.
• Help clean and standardize messy or incomplete datasets, documenting questions and assumptions.
• Support investigations into data issues reported by internal teams or clients.
• Collaborate with teammates to understand business questions, clarify data definitions, and interpret findings.
• Create and maintain Confluence pages and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for team processes, reports, and workflows.
• Check work for accuracy and communicate findings, questions, and limitations clearly.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic familiarity with SQL through coursework, projects, or other hands-on learning.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets and foundational data analysis concepts.
• Experience creating process documentation, reports, or step-by-step instructions.
• Familiarity with Confluence or a similar documentation platform.
• Experience using SQL to filter, join, or summarize data.
• Familiarity with Metabase or another reporting or dashboard tool.
• Experience organizing, cleaning, or comparing data in spreadsheets or other analytical tools.
• Coursework or project experience involving data validation, reconciliation, or operational analysis.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in data science, business analytics, statistics, mathematics, computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Available to complete a 10-week internship of approximately 40 hours per week in Cleveland from early June through early August 2027.
• Academic or hands-on experience analyzing data through coursework, projects, research, or previous work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to organize information, identify patterns, and explain findings in plain language.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn new tools, ask questions, and incorporate feedback.
• Comfort working through ambiguity and researching unfamiliar concepts.

Internship Details

• Location: Cleveland (Onsite – 4 days in office)
• Duration: 10 weeks
• Hourly Rate: $22.50 per hour