What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Intern, Data Analysis-DDCS (25-DDCS-815003-102) position at DC Water Candidate Experience site?
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager.
| General |
| Job Title: | Summer Intern, Data Analysis-DDCS | Job Code: | A0111 |
| Supervises Directly: | No | ||
| New or Revised: | New | Regular or At-Will: | At-Will |
| Date Last Revised: | 12/2/2024 | Exempt or Non-Exempt: | Non-Exempt |
| Compensation Approval Signature: | Union/ Non-Union: | Non-Union | |
| Department Name and Division: | Pumping-Maintenance, Operations | Salary Schedule: | Intern |
| Cost Center Code: | 815003 | Grade: | Intern |
| Essential Position: | No | Reports To: | Senior Manager, Maintenance Operations |
| EEO Code: | Administrative Support | Work Format | Hybrid |
| Who We Are & What We Do: |
At DC Water, we provide more than 700,000 District of Columbia residents and 24.6 million annual visitors with essential water, wastewater, and stormwater services. DC Water also provides wholesale wastewater treatment services for 1.8 million people in Montgomery and Prince George's counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Loudoun counties in Virginia. We aspire to be known for superior service, ingenuity, and stewardship to advance the health and well-being of our diverse workforce and communities. To achieve this vision, we commit to our shared mission every day—exceeding expectations by providing high quality water services in a safe, environmentally friendly, and efficient manner.
| Role Description: |
As a Data Analysis Intern for Pumping-Maintenance, you will join the data analytics team and support various projects focused on data collection, cleaning, analysis, and reporting. This position will provide hands-on experience in managing and analyzing data using industry-standard tools, offering exposure to real-world data challenges in a fast-paced environment.
| Essential Duties & Responsibilities: |
As a summer Intern, we will provide you with:
- A real-world experience on exciting projects
- Connections with recent college graduates and our company leaders
- Performance of assignments under the direct supervision of a department lead
- Performance of other work-related duties as needed
Your essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Assist in collecting, cleaning, and organizing large data sets from various sources.
- Conduct data analysis using statistical methods and software tools such as Excel, SQL, Maximo, or Python.
- Create visual representations of data findings, including charts, graphs, and dashboards.
- Collaborate with team members to interpret data and support strategic decision-making processes.
- Prepare reports and presentations that summarize data findings and provide actionable recommendations.
- Participate in team meetings to discuss project progress and contribute insights for ongoing projects.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicable
Key Working Relationships:
| Skills & Qualifications: |
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability necessary for an individual to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable amounts of training are provided.
Required Skills & Qualifications
| Required Experience: |
| Familiarity with data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R). |
| Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. |
| Good communication skills, both written and verbal. |
| Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team setting. |
| Minimum Education Requirements: |
| Must be currently enrolled fulltime in an undergraduate or graduate program |
| Must have at least 30 credit hours complete |
| Must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average |
| Required Skills: |
| Proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python, R). |
| Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. |
| Good communication skills for preparing reports and presentations. |
| Required Licenses & Certifications: |
| Not applicable |
| Physical Requirements: |
| General office conditions, with occasional site visits to work with data or project teams. |
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
| Preferred Experience: |
| Currently pursuing or having completed coursework in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field. |
| Practical experience or previous internships involving data analysis, data management, or similar tasks. |
| Preferred Education Requirements: |
| Preferred Major: Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field. |
| Preferred Skills: |
| Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Experience in software design, source control, and technical writing. |
| Knowledge of statistical methods and analysis techniques. |
| Ability to work with large datasets and draw meaningful insights. |
*The work environment characteristics described in the physical requirements section of the required skills & qualifications table are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.
| Your Experience at DC Water: |
At DC Water, our people make us an industry leader. Join a group of thinkers, innovators, and problem solvers focused on protecting life’s most precious resource in the nation’s capital.
- Take pride in your work. We provide an essential service and do work that matters. A career at DC Water is an exciting opportunity to help improve the environment and make a lasting difference for the community.
- Connect to a strong culture. Everything we do is grounded in our shared values—accountability, trust, teamwork, customer focus, safety, and wellbeing.
- Be your true self. We are an inclusive organization that embraces diversity, and we recognize and celebrate employees’ individuality and unique contributions.
- Build your skills and career path. We are committed to developing a future-ready workforce by helping our employees develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination against “qualified individuals with disabilities”.
If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email complianceada@dcwater.com.
