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How much do data engineering intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for data engineering intern in Alberta is $44.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $70.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects and technologies can a Data Engineering Intern expect to work with during their internship?

As a Data Engineering Intern, you’ll typically work on projects involving data pipeline development, data cleaning, and integration of data from various sources. You can expect to use technologies like SQL, Python, and tools such as Apache Spark, Hadoop, or cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud. Interns often collaborate closely with data engineers, analysts, and sometimes data scientists to ensure data is accessible, reliable, and well-organized for analysis. This hands-on experience helps you build foundational skills and understand real-world data workflows within a collaborative team environment.

What does a Data Engineering Intern do?

A Data Engineering Intern assists in building and maintaining the systems and infrastructure that allow organizations to collect, store, and analyze large volumes of data. Their responsibilities often include cleaning and organizing raw data, developing data pipelines, and supporting the work of data engineers and data scientists. Interns may also work with tools like SQL, Python, and cloud platforms to automate data workflows. This role provides hands-on experience in managing data processes and understanding the fundamentals of data engineering in a real-world environment.

What is the difference between Data Engineering Intern vs Data Analyst Intern?

AspectData Engineering InternData Analyst Intern
Required SkillsBasic SQL, programming (Python, Java), understanding of data pipelinesData visualization, SQL, statistical analysis
Work EnvironmentData engineering teams, cloud platforms, data warehousesBusiness intelligence teams, reporting tools, dashboards
Industry UsageTech, finance, healthcare, any data-driven industryMarketing, finance, retail, business sectors

While both roles involve working with data, a Data Engineering Intern focuses on building and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure, whereas a Data Analyst Intern analyzes data to generate insights and reports. The roles share some technical skills like SQL but differ in their core responsibilities and work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Data Engineering Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Data Engineering Intern, you need foundational knowledge in programming (especially Python or Java), databases, and data structures, often obtained through coursework in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with SQL, cloud platforms (like AWS or Azure), and data pipeline tools such as Apache Spark or Airflow is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set exceptional interns apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for efficiently handling data workflows, collaborating with teams, and contributing to high-quality data solutions.
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Infographic showing various Data Engineering Intern job openings in Alberta as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 27% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 8% Temporary, 42% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,170 per year, or $44.3 per hour.

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Burgundy Diamond Mines

Calgary, AB

Contractor

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

About Burgundy Diamond Mines

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a premier, independent, company focused on the mining and production of diamonds. Burgundy’s strategic approach involves building a balanced portfolio of diamond projects located in favourable jurisdictions, including the globally ranked Canadian mining asset Ekati. Burgundy’s mine to market business model ensures total chain of custody and provides traceability along every step of the process, safeguarding the ethical production of the diamonds from mine to point of sale. Founded in Perth, Western Australia, Burgundy is led by a world-class management team and Board, combining global expertise with a commitment to sustainable and responsible diamond operations.

Position Overview

Burgundy Diamond Mines is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Information Technology Intern with a genuine desire to work in the mining industry and take on new opportunities. This position will report to the Manager, IT Applications and SAP.  As part of the Information Technology Services team, you will work closely with team to gain practical IT Services experience and technical expertise.  The successful candidate will be exposed to a Systems Analyst role focusing on SAP ERP systems, SharePoint, the Corporate Website, and Mining applications. 

During your work term, we will push you to be your best by exposing you to challenging tasks and assignments and giving you the opportunity to take ownership of your work term. You will gain practical experience, develop technical skills to complement your academic learning, and gain exposure to future opportunities at our company.

The Information Technology Intern will work Monday to Friday at the Calgary Head office.  This is a term position starting on Jun 02, 2026 and ending on Sep 30, 2026.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

  • Working with website development tools such as WordPress, Magento, Webflow, Sketch, Figma, etc.
  • Website management; content management, keep plugins up to date, managing hosting services (example: WPEng and Hostinger), SEO Optimization, Analytics and Reporting
  • Knowledge of Power BI Desktop, Power Query, Power BI Report Builder
  • Running daily reports and providing the results to our business teams
  • Support data collection, cleaning, transformation, visualization, analysis, interpretation, and reporting
  • Working with SharePoint to be able to troubleshoot software and network problems, assisting with posting and locating documents, files, and videos
  • Assist with deployment, maintaining, and troubleshooting core business applications, including application servers, associated hardware, endpoints, and databases.  Includes Microsoft SQL Server, Cloud and On-Premises
  • Working with the business directly or as part of a team in capturing their requirements, documenting, planning, and implementing solutions
  • Develop, analyze, prioritize, and organize requirement specifications including data mapping, diagrams, and flowcharts for developers and testers to follow
  • Help to define and coordinate the execution of testing procedures, and develop test cases to serve the overall quality assurance process
  • Provide documentation of all processes and training as needed. Using Microsoft Visio, Power BI, Project, and SharePoint
  • Participate in AI planning discussions as we build our policies and work towards building an internal AI solution

Education/Experience

  • Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program or Diploma in computer science or information technology, or equivalent experience
  • Computer, software, database, and analytical skills
  • Proven ability to assess business needs and translate them into relevant solutions
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of the principles and practices associated with database maintenance and administration
  • Experience installing, configuring, documenting, testing, training, and implementing new applications and systems would be an asset
  • Working knowledge of a wide variety of programming languages
  • Good analytical skills
  • Open to learn and try new things
  • Good verbal and written communications skills

What we offer

At Burgundy Diamond Mines we believe people are our most important asset. That is why we are fully committed to the health, safety, and well-being of our employees and to establishing strong lasting and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work. 

The Ekati Diamond mine is internationally recognized as a world-class supplier of top-quality rough diamonds. Now operated by Burgundy Diamond Mines, the Ekati mine provides unique operational challenges and rewarding career development opportunities.

We are dedicated to developing our workforce and to creating an environment where people can learn, grow and take on new responsibilities. We build capacity within our workforce by offering leadership training, apprenticeship positions and adult education initiatives. 

Additional Information

The Company provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points if the role is asked to travel to the Ekati mine.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online job application and resume to receive priority consideration.

Visit www.burgundydiamondmines.com to apply and to learn more about our operations.

Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Employment Type: CONTRACTOR