Data Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

Pella Corporation 

Data Engineer Intern – Summer 2026 

Pella, IA (Onsite) 

Summary: 

Are you ready to dive into one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic fields in tech? Data engineering is at the heart of the digital revolution, powering everything from AI to real-time analytics—and it’s booming. At Pella Corporation, we’re not just building windows and doors; we’re building smarter, data-driven systems that transform how we operate and innovate. We're looking for an intern eager to learn, work with others, and deliver results. 

What You’ll Do: 

Join a Scrum team of data engineers to write PySpark notebooks and SQL queries to extract, transform, and load (ETL) data in Azure DataBricks. 

Create and orchestrate jobs in Azure DataBricks to complete tasks such as loading data, generating reports, and ensuring data quality. 

Work with supporting tools such as REST APIs, Azure Synapse, Azure Logic Apps, Informatica, PowerBI, and SQL Server Databases. 

In addition to working on an individual project, engage in a cross-functional group collaboration with fellow interns to develop and present a solution aimed at enhancing a product or process within the company. 

Qualifications: 

Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field. 

Basic knowledge of version control tools like Git and GitHub.  

Strong background in Python (or related language) and SQL. 

Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

A proactive, problem-solving mindset, comfortable with taking initiative and asking questions. 

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: 

Pella Corporation is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Tobacco-Free Work Environment.  Post-offer background check and drug screen required.  Pella participates in E- Verify.  Pella will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 

Pella Corporation provides a working environment free of discrimination and harassment.  Pella Corporation treats all persons equally, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age or disability, as each is protected under federal law. A number of states in which Pella operates have laws protecting classifications of Team Members not necessarily protected under federal law. Therefore, Pella also treats all persons equally, regardless of political affiliation and belief, pregnancy, national origin, age, creed, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, mental disorder, veteran status, ancestry or handicap as each category is protected under a municipal ordinance or state law.