Data Engineer Intern
Cambridge Investment Research
Data Engineer Intern
Cambridge Investment Research
Independent broker-dealer and RIA platform provider
Develop and test data pipelines that ingest, transform, and curate data within Cambridge’s cloud data platform.
Build and maintain API integrations and ETL/ELT workflows with guidance from data architects and engineers.
Support data quality and data governance processes that improve the reliability and accessibility of enterprise data.
Collaborate with data architects, engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver scalable data solutions.
Document data solutions and contribute to enterprise reporting and analytics initiatives.
Use technologies such as SQL, Python, Snowflake, Azure, Event Hubs, Kafka, dbt, Git, Azure DevOps, Confluence, CI/CD, and database change management tools.
Program Summary: Cambridge’s Next Step 11-week paid summer internship program (May 17 – July 30) gives students the opportunity to gain valuable insight into both their chosen field and the financial service industry while working on meaningful projects that contribute to business outcomes. Each intern is partnered with a professional mentor and participates in our professional development program, which includes industry education, career workshops, leadership panels, and networking events. Nearly 30% of interns return to Cambridge as full-time associates. Learn more about the program here!
Location: All internships are on-site, operating out of our Phoenix, AZ or Fairfield, IA offices. Apartment-style housing is available for Fairfield candidates, and some positions may be eligible to work out of our West Des Moines satellite office.
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to accommodate temporary student work authorizations, including initial Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Posting Window: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning in November. Internships are expected to remain posted until January 15, but may close earlier if filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply early for greatest consideration.
Compensation: $17-$26 per hour depending upon location, role, and year in school. Interns also receive 2 paid holidays and 2 days of paid time off across the summer.
Cambridge has competitive benefits and promotes a work/life balance to encourage individual success.
You can find more details about our comprehensive benefits package here.
Cambridge is a financial solutions firm that provides business support services to thousands of independent financial advisors. These advisors offer personalized investment services including wealth management, financial planning, and retirement services to individuals and families across the country. Cambridge provides significant compliance, technology, and transaction processing support to these financial advisors and their offices.
Independent broker-dealer and RIA platform provider
Cambridge Investment Research runs an independent broker-dealer and RIA platform that supports financial professionals who run their own advisory practices by providing compliance, technology, and back-office services without forcing proprietary products. Its product acts as the back-end framework for independent advisors, with broker-dealer and RIA entities under a holding structure that gives access to brokerage services and operational support while preserving advisor independence. The company differentiates itself by remaining privately controlled, avoiding pressure from public markets or private equity, and by keeping governance aligned with founder principles. Its goal is to help independent advisors grow client-centered practices through solid infrastructure and guidance while maintaining independence and transparency.
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