Job Description Summary For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking. In our collegial environment that's marked by low turnover and high energy, you'll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm. HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer. This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to 2-3 days minimum per week in the office. The Data Analyst Intern is a team member within Business Analytics & Strategy under Client Operations. As an intern, you'll support the team in addressing business challenges by identifying issues, crafting solutions, and helping to implement automation and workflow enhancements. We're looking for someone who loves working with data, can think innovatively to streamline processes, and thrives on seeing success unfold. If you're a curious, self-motivated individual ready to roll up your sleeves and learn, you'll fit right in. In this internship, you'll not only gain valuable technical skills but also learn how to think critically, collaborate effectively, and drive meaningful change within a dynamic business environment. The ideal candidate is someone who is: * Data-focused and attentive to detail * A great verbal and written communicator * Organized with strong project management and problem solving skills * Curious and eager to learn new aspects of our business What you will do: * Engage with business sponsors to understand and document data quality needs * Hunt for new opportunities to improve processes and workflows * Supporting the development of test scripts for automating manual tasks * Team up with business partners to analyze data controls and results * Craft data quality standards and requirements, bridging the gap between business and technology * Test, test, and test! Help ensure our solutions meet user needs through acceptance testing * Innovate by designing and developing tools to supercharge our business operations What you bring: * Basic coding skills (SQL, R, Python, etc.) and a hunger to learn more * Familiarity with LCNC software (like Microsoft Power Platforms) and data wrangling tools (Alteryx & Power BI) is a plus * Bonus points for experience with unstructured data or partnering with IT on integration projects * An analytical mindset coupled with problem-solving skills * The drive to improve existing processes and workflows * Stellar communication skills to collaborate across departments and understand operational needs Education Preferred: * Current student pursuing a BS/BA degree in an analytically oriented field Experience: * None required, relevant professional experience is a plus #LI-Hybrid