Enterprise Data Intern

About the role

Explore Three Unique Data Career Paths: Data Engineering, Data Analytics, and Data/AI. Join American Century Investments for a 10-week summer internship and gain hands-on experience working alongside talented IT data professionals who are helping shape the future of our business. Whether your interests lie in Data Engineering, Analytics, or AI and Machine Learning, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, learn from experienced mentors, and apply classroom knowledge in a professional environment. This program is for currently enrolled undergraduate rising seniors who will graduate in December 2027 - Spring 2028. Location: this onsite position will be based out of our Kansas City, MO or Southlake (DFW area), TX office. Program dates: June 2nd – August 6th (10 weeks).

Responsibilities

• Partner with experienced data professionals on projects that influence business decision-making.
• Explore technologies and platforms used across Data Engineering, Analytics, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML).
• Learn how data is collected, managed, transformed, and leveraged to create value across the organization.
• Gain exposure to modern cloud platforms, data pipelines, analytics tools, and AI-driven solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, solve problems, and deliver impactful results.
• Present project findings and recommendations to leaders and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Data Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
• Expected graduation between December 2027 and Spring 2028.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Coursework, academic projects, internship experience, or personal experience in one or more of the following areas: Python, SQL, Data Analytics, Data Engineering, Data Science, Cloud Computing (AWS or Azure), Artificial Intelligence (AI), or Machine Learning (ML).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrated curiosity and enthusiasm for learning new technologies and concepts.
• Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Employees are required to be in the office on a scheduled frequency.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and 401k eligibility for employee contributions.
• Mentor Program - during your time with us you will be assigned a dedicated mentor to provide career coaching and mentoring.
• Access to our Business Resource Groups (Emerging Professionals, Pride, Mosaic, Green Team, and others.)
• Casual dress code - be comfortable and express your unique self.
• A robust social and philanthropic calendar of events hosted just for Interns!

Pay

Competitive pay.

Schedule

Work schedule: 40 hours/week - Monday – Friday (8 am – 5 pm).