Data Engineer Intern
Job ID: 26-383
Data Engineer Intern
Summer 2026: June 2026 - August 2026 with potential to extend part time in the Fall
Applications will be reviewed, and candidate outreach will start in January 2026
Come join our passionate team! Barracuda is a leading cybersecurity company providing complete protection against complex threats. Our platform protects email, data,
applications, and networks with innovative solutions, and a managed XDR service, to strengthen cyber resilience. Hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide trust us to protect and support them with solutions that are easy to buy, deploy, and use. This internship program offers hands-on, project-based experience, providing a meaningful and impactful experience. We ensure that each student is mentored and supported during their journey with Barracuda. We offer social and developmental events and activities to provide an unforgettable experience.
Barracuda's 2026 Internship is reserved for students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and does not require work authorization, now or in the future. This role is hybrid based out of Chelmsford, MA and required on site days Tuesday and Wednesdays.
We know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organization. Barracuda Networks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and equitable compensation regardless of race, gender, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability.
Envision yourself at Barracuda
We are seeking a driven, eager to learn Data Engineer Intern to join our Data Engineering Team. As a Data Engineer Intern, you will help us with data monitoring, data quality and data pipelines. We want someone who is a self-starter, passionate about technology, and excited to learn something new.
Tech Stack
- Very good knowledge on Linux Systems
- Very good knowledge on Databases Systems and SQL
- Knowledgeable on Networking Fundamentals
- Knowledge of any one language like Python or C. Scripting language preferred.
- Good understanding of Application layer protocols like HTTP/HTTPS, SMTP.
- Knowledge of application security domains will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of Data Engineering tools is an added advantage.
- The candidate should have very good oral and written communication skills. The candidate should be able to communicate ideas to others in the team.
What you'll be working on
- Assist in building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines to collect, clean, and transform data.
- Work with cloud platforms such as AWS to support data infrastructure.
- Help design and manage data models, schemas, and storage systems (SQL/NoSQL).
- Collaborate with team members to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
- Participate in developing and optimizing data workflows for performance and scalability.
- Assist in code conversion using AI tool, like GitHub Copilot
- Contribute to documentation of data processes, pipelines, and architecture.
- Support efforts related to data ingestion, processing, monitoring, and quality checks.
- Assist with building dashboards or data tools as needed
What you bring to the role
- Curiosity and passion for building scalable, efficient data systems
- Ownership mentality—takes responsibility for tasks from start to finish.
- Adaptable and comfortable navigating ambiguity in technical problems.
- Motivated to contribute meaningful work, even as an intern.
What you get from us:
- Hands-on experience designing and building data systems at scale.
- Mentorship from experienced data engineers and analysts.
- Exposure to modern data engineering tools and best practices.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work and active projects.
- A collaborative and supportive learning environment.
- Insight into real-world data infrastructure challenges and solutions
Benefits
- High-quality health benefits after 90 days
- Retirement Plan with employer match
- Paid Time Off benefits
The anticipated on-target earnings range for this role is $24 - $36 per hour in Chelmsford, MA. Actual compensation offered will be dependent upon the individual's education level, job type, and applicable employment laws.
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