Data Services Intern

Unlock Your Potential with the CSBS Summer Internship Program

For more than 110 years, the Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) has been uniquely positioned as the only national organization dedicated to advancing the nation's dual-banking system, strengthening consumer protection, and promoting safe and sound financial supervision. Every day, we work alongside state regulators to oversee the financial services industry, foster economic growth, and drive innovative, responsive regulation. Our goal? To be the recognized leader in enhancing the quality and effectiveness of state financial oversight.

Are you ready to kickstart your career in the vibrant heart of the nation's capital? The CSBS Summer Internship Program offers undergraduate, graduate, and law school students an unparalleled opportunity to gain hands-on experience, expand their professional network, and make a tangible impact in the world of financial policy and regulation.

This dynamic 12-week paid internship immerses you at the intersection of policymaking, technology, business, and regulation. You'll work on meaningful, high-impact projects aligned with your background and interests, gaining exposure to industry leaders, policy experts, and fellow emerging professionals. In addition to your individual assignments, you'll collaborate with a cohort of interns on a strategic enterprise-wide project that will leave a lasting impact on CSBS. Commuter benefits are also provided.

If you're passionate about government, law, technology, public policy, business, or non-profit work, this internship is your gateway to professional growth and real-world impact.

Are you ready to explore, learn, and lead? Join us this summer at CSBS in Washington, DC, and take the next step in your career!

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Intern Position Summary

The Data Services Intern will work with the Data Services Office, led by the Chief Data Officer (CDO). The Data Services Office is dedicated to establishing and enforcing data governance policies, ensuring data quality, and enhancing data integration across the organization's systems. The office focuses on optimizing data management processes, from classification and stewardship to risk assessment and cataloging. With a commitment to supporting state financial regulation, the office plays a pivotal role in aligning data strategy with regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and the organization's broader mission. Collaborating closely with empowered data stewards and a data management board, the office aims to foster a data-driven culture that maximizes the value of information assets while safeguarding data integrity and privacy.

Essential Functions

• Data Stewardship Support: Assist in managing data classification, integration, and dissemination processes across the organization's 16 systems.
• Golden Records Implementation: Collaborate with data stewards in the reconciliation and maintenance of golden records to ensure data accuracy and integrity.
• Data Cataloging: Support the implementation of a data cataloging tool.
• Presentation Development: Create detailed presentations on data management practices and their impact on operational efficiency and cost avoidance.

Education and Experience

• Currently pursuing a degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in data management tools and platforms, and an understanding of data classification and integration principles.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data management concepts clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail and timelines.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse teams, including data stewards, IT staff, and other stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the intersection of data management and state financial regulation.
• Ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and generate actionable insights.

Requirements

• Due to the nature of CSBS's business in support of state financial services supervision, all CSBS employees have the potential of interacting with confidential information related to the supervision of financial services companies ("Confidential Supervisory Information"). As a result, in addition to general business conflicts of interest, all CSBS employees are expected to disclose conflicts of interest in financial services companies on at least an annual basis and to proactively avoid such conflicts.
• Protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of CSBS information and information systems in accordance with CSBS policies and procedures.