Database Administration Intern (Unpaid)

About the role

The Sophia Way, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to empowering women to overcome homelessness, seeks an Unpaid Database Intern to support the optimization of a recently migrated enterprise‑level database. The internship runs approximately from August 12, 2026 through December 11, 2026 and requires 10‑20 hours per week. Interns may work remotely with occasional in‑person attendance at the main office for collaboration and team meetings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in optimizing the migrated database through data cleanup, reporting development, process documentation, and long‑term maintenance strategies.
• Support data‑driven decision‑making, fundraising effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
• Improve database health by performing data cleanup, developing reports, documenting procedures, and establishing maintenance initiatives.
• Create archival criteria, document maintenance procedures, and develop queries that transform raw data into actionable insights.
• Engage in cross‑functional collaboration with team members who rely on accurate, accessible information.
• Communicate complex ideas, understand stakeholder needs, and translate business requirements into effective data solutions.
• Produce tangible accomplishments such as process documentation, reporting tools, query development, and database optimization projects.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Data Management or a related field, or possess an equivalent combination of education and work experience (including CPT students).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
• Successful completion of a background check as a condition of placement.

Skills

• Analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Confidentiality handling.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaboration in cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to translate business needs into data solutions.

Benefits

• Build a portfolio of real‑world database experience, including process documentation, reporting tools, query development, and optimization projects.
• Gain hands‑on experience improving data quality, identifying/resolving inconsistencies, refining database structures, and developing reporting solutions.
• Deepen understanding of database architecture, data governance, and enterprise data management practices.
• Acquire practical skills sought by employers in database administration, data analysis, and information systems.
• Enhance communication, collaboration, and ability to translate complex ideas into actionable insights.
• Apply technical knowledge in a meaningful mission‑driven environment that supports women experiencing homelessness.

Pay

Unpaid.

Schedule

10‑20 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Remote work permitted with occasional required in‑person attendance at the main office during business hours for collaboration and team meetings.