Summer 2026 Data Engineering Internship Program

Look no further than Pacific Life. We’re investing in bright, agile new talent with fresh perspectives to help us innovate and build meaningful relationships for years to come. We are currently looking to add Data Engineering Interns to our team for Summer 2026 at a Fortune 500 company in the financial services industry. 

As a Data Engineering Intern, you will play a key role in developing a more data driven culture at Pacific Life. Interns will use industry leading tools such as Python, R, Sales Force, and Alteryx to help solve real world business problems. They will be paired with various business units (such as predictive analytics, actuarial, IT, customer experience, etc.) to provide technical expertise while learning more about the business. If you are passionate about data, you’re exactly who we’re seeking! 

What You’ll Do 

• Participate in evaluating business needs, and clarify requirements, data, processes, and systems for complex technology projects. 

• Mine large and complex datasets for insights and converting the insights into product features. 

• Collaborate with analysts and other engineers to formulate innovative data engineering solutions. 

• Build creative solutions to complex business problems that provide functionality, speed, scalability, and reliability required by the business to use data effectively. 

• Work closely with other teams to assist with integration design, development & implementation. 

• Communicate complex concepts and results in a clear and effective manner. 

Factors for Success 

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, Economics, Business, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or another quantitative Field. 

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills Excellent communication skills, the ability to multitask, prioritize work, take initiative, and be self-sufficient with responsibilities 

• Ability to work well with others as a team and independently 

• Desire for learning new technologies and analytic tools; as well as modeling and quantitative techniques 

• Experience in programming (Python or R preferred)

• Experience with data modeling

• Familiarity with data science or data analytics tools and platforms such as: Alteryx, AWS data science and analytics related services, SAS platform, Tableau, RDBMS such as MSQL, Postgres, other DBMS, e.g NoSQL experience

• Demonstrated skills of machine learning, data modeling, used in data science or other applied technology skills such as database engineering, application development, cloud engineering and user experience design 

• Display a true passion and intellectual curiosity for data science via coursework, external activities such as Kaggle contests or hackathons, or some combination of both 

The base pay rate for this position is $25.00 per hour for undergraduates and $30.00 per hour for advanced degrees. 

Relocation stipend available if residence is outside of 50 mile radius from office location. 

Please Note: Interviews for this program will begin in January 2026.

More reasons to join: 

At Pacific Life, the work we do matters. We work passionately each day to drive our company forward while enjoying job security, flexible scheduling, and great opportunities for career growth. 

If you’re seeking a thriving career doing the type of meaningful work that’s all too rare at a Fortune 500 Company, Pacific Life is the place for you. If you are a self-starter who appreciates creativity and individuality in your colleagues – even better. We look forward to receiving your application. 

You belong at Pacific Life 

At Pacific Life, we believe you belong. We foster a culture of belonging, a space where all employees are empowered to be authentic. We embrace and celebrate diversity, create a culture of equity and inclusion, and value and respect every employee.