Data Science Engineer Intern

Summer 2026 Data Science Engineer Intern

• Monitor and maintain the components of our data engineering pipeline, and various container-based services configured through UIs, SQL, PL/SQL, Python, Tableau & Alteryx
• Work as a part of our production support team to ensure the highest standards of product configuration that meet client requirements
• Test and troubleshoot the data pipeline using sample and live client data, utilizing Jenkins, Python, and Java to automate these tests
• Utilize dashboards for Kubernetes/OpenShift to diagnose high-level issues and ensure services are healthy
• Support Implementation immediately after go-live and work with the implementation team to transition support
• Work with data providers to clarify requirements and remove roadblocks
• Drive automation into everyday activities
• May perform other job duties as assigned

• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
• Ability to understand new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong
• Ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events)
• Ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources)
• Ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations)
• Ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material

• Free, unlimited space available travel privileges for yourself (taxes and fees may apply on international travel)
• Interns will be provided any required equipment, such as a laptop, for the internship
• 401k matching
• Health insurance
• Flight privileges
• Stipends may be offered based on eligibility and program criteria

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.