IAE Data Analyst Intern - Summer 2026 at University of… · Tampa

Summary: The University of South Florida (USF) Institute of Applied Engineering (IAE) provides agile engineering solutions and is seeking an intern to support the Special Operations Financial Management Team. The intern will assist in developing analytics methodologies and data tools to enhance financial planning and decision-making processes. Responsibilities: - Perform core data collection, cleaning, and validation tasks to support daily analytical activities - Develop and update reporting metrics to strengthen data‑driven decision‑making - Understand and execute Program Management (PM) functions to support workflow tracking and project execution - Define and refine data processes and analytical workflows to improve team effectiveness - Assist in designing and testing analytical tools, scripts, or templates that automate or enhance reporting - Support the creation of clear, user‑friendly dashboards and interfaces for displaying financial and operational data Required Qualifications: - U.S. citizenship is required due to Department of Defense funding and potential access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) - Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies and tools - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team - Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn - Good communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders - Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously - Pursuing a bachelor's degree at a local accredited University with a Junior or Senior standing - Current GPA of 3.0 or above Preferred Qualifications: - Security Clearance is not required but preferred - Strong collaboration skills; experience working in group settings - Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment - Familiarity with software design or application development concepts - Experience analyzing financial, operational, or large-scale datasets - Ability to create or support development of reporting dashboards - Comfort learning new systems, analytical tools, and data platforms quickly Required Skills: Data analysis, Reporting dashboards Important Skills: Analytical tools, Software design concepts Nice-to-Have Skills: Collaboration skills, Self-motivated Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer Benefits: Medical, dental and life insurance plans, Retirement plan options, Employee and dependent tuition programs, Generous leave, Hundreds of employee perks and discounts