Data Analyst

Bethesda, United States | Posted on 02/13/2026

3N Consulting is a forward-thinking consulting firm specializing in organizational design, data-driven strategy, public sector innovation, and applied AI. We work with commercial clients, state and local governments, educational institutions, and mission-driven organizations to turn data into insights that drive impact.

We're seeking a motivated and curious Data Analyst to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or college senior who has a strong foundation in Python, database management, and a growing interest in large language models (LLMs) including GPT or Claude.

• Clean, transform, and analyze structured and unstructured data using Python and SQL
• Design and query relational databases for reporting and analysis
• Assist in fine-tuning, prompting, and evaluating outputs of large language models (LLMs)
• Support development of data visualizations, dashboards, and client reports
• Collaborate with project managers, policy analysts, and technical staff on data-driven deliverables
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy and consistency in datasets
• Stay current on emerging tools and best practices in AI, open data, and analytics

• Keen attention to detail and a commitment to doing high quality work
• Bachelor’s degree (or pursuing final year) in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Public Policy, or a related field
• Experience with:
  • Python (e.g., pandas, numpy, matplotlib, langchain or OpenAI APIs a plus)
  • SQL and relational databases (e.g., Postgre
    
    SQL, MySQL, SQLite)
  • Working with LLMs (either academically or through personal projects or internships)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage time and tasks in a semi-autonomous environment
• Passion for using data to solve real-world problems, especially in the public or nonprofit sectors

• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal
• Familiarity with preparing presentations to executive level clients
• Familiarity with tools including Jupyter Notebooks, dbt, Power BI, Tableau, or similar
• Interest or coursework in ethics of AI, data governance, or digital equity
• Residency in or strong ties to the Maryland, DC, or Virginia area

• Accelerated development of both technical and consulting skills
• Entrepreneurial training ground and being part of a dynamic work environment
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Exposure to a broad sector of clients and mission-driven projects
• A collaborative and intellectually curious team environment