Job Summary:

The Data Strategy and Governance Intern (Intern) will learn about the basics of managing data for an organization and will be engaged to assist with business development initiatives and client projects. The Intern will work alongside other experienced professionals, where they will assist with defining data strategies, selecting data governance frameworks, developing records retention schedules, inventorying data assets, assembling records of processing activities, and potentially other types of related work.

Job Duties:

• Assists with developing proposals for data governance prospective clients
• Assists with developing reusable content and methodologies for data governance projects
• Assists with analyses of alternatives with respect to a client’s data governance program
• Attends and documents client meetings
• Assists project team with developing client reports and status reports, including findings and recommendations
• Budgets time and assists with multiple project requests simultaneously, as well as the ability to monitor project tasks and risks
• Travels as necessary
• Other duties as required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Technology, Computer Science, Information Assurance, Business Management, or another related field, required

Experience:

• Internships, externships, or professional experience with privacy, data management, technology implementation and/or compliance, preferred

Software:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, required
• Experience with or knowledge of databases and data management techniques, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to interact effectively with peers, managers, and directors
• Capacity to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and client personnel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and research skills related to the retrieval and organization of large volumes of information
• Solid organizational skills, especially ability to meet project deadlines with a focus on details
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or within a group environment
• Proven ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously

Our purpose is helping people thrive, every day. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first. BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.