Data Intern at Child and Family Services of Erie County, Inc. Buffalo, NY

Data Intern job at Child and Family Services of Erie County, Inc. Buffalo, NY.

The Data Intern will work closely with the Data Analyst to support a variety of data‑related projects and daily operations. This role is ideal for a college student seeking hands‑on experience in data analytics, business intelligence, and organizational reporting.

• Assist with data gathering, cleaning, and transformation for reporting and dashboard development.
• Support the creation and maintenance of dashboards, logic models, and scorecards.
• Help document data flows, relationships, and processes (e.g., ER diagrams, data dictionaries).
• Participate in data validation and quality assurance activities.
• Aid in preparing reports for program evaluation, strategic planning, and committee participation.
• Contribute to the organization and review of program data needs across multiple systems (e.g., EHRs, BI platforms, Odoo, FAMs).
• Support the implementation of artificial intelligence initiatives and learning groups as directed.
• Assist with documentation and communication of data findings for various audiences.
• Attend relevant meetings and work groups as needed.

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of data modeling, data gathering, and data cleansing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic SQL.
• Familiarity with dashboarding tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Sisense).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Interest in data analytics and its impact on organizational outcomes.

• Supervision and mentorship provided by the Data Analyst will occur on a bi‑weekly basis. Supervision meetings will be scheduled to provide guidance, review progress, answer questions, and support professional development. Additional check‑ins or support sessions can be arranged as needed to ensure the intern’s learning goals are met.
• Opportunity to participate in team meetings, training, and collaborative projects.
• C+FS offers a wide variety of programs. As the Data Intern, you will have the opportunity to learn more about how non‑profit agencies support communities and make a positive impact.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate academic commitments.
• Onsite or remote options may be available.

This is an unpaid internship.