Data Visualization Internship Office of Institutional Research and Data Analytics
Listed on 2026-09-02
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IT/Tech
Data Analyst, Data Scientist
Location: City of Albany
Data Visualization Internship for the Office of Institutional Research and Data Analytics
Department:
Institutional Research and Data Analytics
Locations:
Albany, NY
Posted:
Aug 19, 2026
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Part-time Temporary
Salary Type:
Hourly
Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00
Position ID: 203923
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About The State University of New York :The State University of New York, or SUNY, is the largest comprehensive system of public higher education in the United States, with 64 colleges and universities spanning the state from Long Island to the Adirondacks to Buffalo. SUNY System Administration employees, based in Albany and New York City, provide critical support for SUNY campuses, employees, and students to advance SUNY's mission of providing high-quality, affordable higher education for all.
Across a wide range of roles, from finance and legal counsel to student support, academic affairs, IT, admissions, and more, our employees work toward advancing the four priority pillars established by SUNY Chancellor John
B. King Jr. and the SUNY Board of Trustees: student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and economic development and upward mobility. SUNY System Administration is a mission-driven workplace with robust New York State benefits including health insurance, retirement, time off, and paid family leave.
The Office of Institutional Research and Data Analytics (OIRDA) is seeking a Student Assistant to support SUNY's Survey Administration and Data Visualization team. This team leads the development and administration of SUNY-wide surveys and the creation of interactive dashboards that support data-informed decision-making across the SUNY System.
The Student Assistant will gain hands-on experience in data management, quantitative analysis, data visualization, and reporting. Working closely with experienced institutional research professionals, the Student Assistant will contribute to projects that support student success, workforce development, academic planning, and other strategic SUNY initiatives. This position provides valuable practical experience for students interested in research, analytics, public policy, higher education, statistics, data science, and related fields.
Students will gain:- Hands-on experience with data analytics and dashboard development.
- Exposure to SUNY-wide research, reporting, and data visualization initiatives.
- Opportunities to strengthen analytical, technical, and communication skills.
- Mentorship from experienced institutional research and data analytics professionals.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Data Visualization and Dashboard Development:
- Assist in the design, development, testing, and maintenance of interactive dashboards and reports, including redesigning the Fast Facts dashboards to meet current style standards.
- Create visualizations using tools such as Tableau and Power BI under the guidance of OIRDA staff.
- Support dashboard quality assurance efforts by validating calculations, metrics, filters, and visual outputs.
- Document dashboard requirements, business rules, and data definitions.
- Contribute ideas for improving dashboard usability, accessibility, and data storytelling.
General Research Support:
- Assist with special research projects and ad hoc data requests.
- Perform data validation and quality assurance activities.
- Participate in team meetings and professional development opportunities.
- Support other institutional research and data analytics initiatives as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program at a SUNY institution.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated interest in research, data analysis, or data visualization.
- Coursework in education, market research, statistics, economics, public…
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