Summer 2027 Internship: Tableau Analytics and Business Intelligence

Who we are:

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds and operates advanced data centers that support strategic AI, cloud and digital transformation initiatives. We are driven by a mission to connect the world for good and our people make it possible. Every single day, the creativity, dedication and genuine care for our communities are what push us forward and make this a truly special place to be. 

QTS' summer internship program will provide you first hand experience into the fast paced world of the data center industry by providing weekly lunch and learns, a comprehensive orientation program, site based activities, socials and volunteering events. Every intern will be assigned initiatives tied to real QTS objectives helping with anything pertaining to the whole life-cycle of a data center build and/or company operations.

The intern will support the Enterprise Data & Analytics team by developing a Tableau Usage and Adoption Analytics solution that provides visibility into how analytics content is being consumed across the organization.

This project will help identify trends in dashboard usage, opportunities to improve adoption, and areas where reporting assets may be consolidated, enhanced, or retired. The work will provide valuable insights that help maximize the value of the organization's analytics investments while improving the overall user experience.

The intern will work closely with Analytics Engineers, Data Analysts, and business stakeholders to define metrics, analyze usage patterns, build visualizations, and present recommendations to leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Tableau usage and adoption data
• Define and document key adoption and engagement metrics
• Develop data models and KPI calculations
• Design and build Tableau dashboards and visualizations
• Identify trends in user engagement and dashboard utilization
• Document insights and recommendations for improving self-service analytics adoption
• Present findings and recommendations to analytics leadership and stakeholders
• Create supporting documentation and knowledge transfer materials

Expected Deliverables

By the end of the internship, the candidate will deliver:

• Tableau Usage & Adoption Dashboard
• Usage and engagement KPI framework
• Dashboard/content inventory and utilization analysis
• Adoption trend reporting
• Recommendations for improving analytics adoption and content effectiveness
• Executive presentation summarizing key findings and opportunities
• Documentation supporting ongoing maintenance and enhancement

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Finance, STEM, Data Science, Human Resources, or a related field.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially PowerPoint for presentations and Excel for data analysis and budgeting.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Must be a US Citizen

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current full-time enrollment in one of QTS’s partner institutions (listed below) or a Blackstone Launchpad affiliate school:

  • Auburn University

  • Kansas State University

  • Georgia State University

  • Southern Adventist University

  • Texas A&M University

  • University of Kansas

• Tableau experience

• Familiarity with data warehousing concepts

• Data visualization coursework or projects

• Previous internship or co-op experience in construction, finance, technology, HR, facilities engineering, or related industries.

• Experience with data analysis tools such as Tableau or Power BI.

• Experience with programming languages like Python, Java, etc.

• Involvement in community activities outside of schoolwork (athletics, clubs, volunteering, part-time employment).

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action.  We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.  We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

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QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.