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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailTitle: INTERNSHIP: Data Research & Analyst Intern (Hybrid Work Schedule)
State Role Title: INTERNSHIP: Data Research & Analyst Intern (Hybrid Work Schedule)
Hiring Range: $20.00/hour
Pay Band: UG
Agency: Virginia Retirement System
Location:Virginia Retirement System
Agency Website:varetire
Recruitment Type: General Public G
Job Duties
The Defined Contribution Plans Administration Team is currently working on a research project with a focus on data collection. The DC Plans Intern will research current retirement plan contribution rates and collect contact data for a variety of higher education institutions around the United States. The incumbent will also document their procedures for future use within VRS. Responsibilities will include researching the needed information and entering it in a database for analysis. The incumbent shall also be an active participant in the analysis portion of the project.
Document project requirements by meeting with stakeholders to identify business needs for data collection.
Develop a project plan to complete research within a finite period of time; emphasis should be placed on developing a methodology for maintaining the data in the future.
Document and/or updating processes and procedures.
Coordinate stakeholder meetings/outreach as needed.
Effectively work with multiple internal departments and all levels of staff to move assigned projects forward.
Develop a communications plan to inform staff on project status.
Perform filing and general administrative tasks.
Maintain confidentiality of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and other sensitive data.
Perform other projects or duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Working towards an undergraduate degree or certificate in business data science or closely related field (from an accredited college or university). Proficiency in MS Office suite including Excel and using general computer software. Demonstrated experience in working with SharePoint or similar software.
The successful candidate must also have the following key competencies: project management skills ability to prioritize tasks and work independently ability to meet deadlines on multiple projects attention to detail and accuracy excellent interpersonal and communication skills excellent organizational analytical and problemsolving skills ability to maintain confidentiality; and a professional positive demeanor.
Additional Considerations
Previous experience working with research or data collection preferred
Understanding of how to enter information into a database and export into an analytical platform e.g. Excel Power BI) preferred
Knowledge of organizing research and resulting data (in SharePoint specifically) preferred
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
*VRS is unable to provide sponsorship for this position*
Currently this position has a hybrid work schedule requiring work in the office two days per week and work remotely three days per week. The selected candidate must be able to work in the office any day of the week as required by the manager and per the agreed upon internship schedule.
Contact Information
Name: Human Resources
Phone: None
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). ServiceConnected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022 February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
IC
Intern