Join our Product & Technology department as a Data Engineering Intern and gain practical, hands-on experience in a real production environment. You will contribute to the continuous improvement of our digital platforms and data systems while developing reliable and scalable data-processing solutions. High-performing interns may be considered for full-time opportunities after graduation.

As part of our commitment to fostering a collaborative team environment, this role requires working fully on-site.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a data engineering report automation project end-to-end;

• Build or extend simple ETL/ELT pipelines under guidance;

• Improve data quality checks, transformations, and monitoring processes;

• Contribute to creating reliable and repeatable data-processing components;

• Support testing, debugging, and optimization of data workflows;

• Prepare a final report summarizing main tasks, outcomes, and key learnings during the last weeks of the internship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent academic program;

• No prior professional experience required;

• Fluent in English (minimum B2).

Technical Skills

• Basic Python skills (data manipulation, scripting, understanding of project ecosystems);

• Basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, DuckDB);

• Understanding of core data engineering concepts (ETL/ELT, data modeling, medallion architecture);

• Familiarity with Linux/command line environments;

• Basic knowledge of version control systems (Git, GitLab CI/CD).

Personal Skills

• Strong team collaboration and communication skills;

• Analytical and structured problem-solving mindset;

• High motivation and willingness to learn;

• Proactive and detail-oriented working style.

What we offer

• The opportunity to contribute to the academic/scientific community;

• Flexible working hours;

• Team bond strengthening through team-building events;

• Professional growth opportunities with our global training system;

• Working in a collaborative and socially responsible team;

• Company retreat facility;

• Full-coverage insurance for accidents/daily sickness;

• Prime location near Basel train station and city center;

• And more...

If you are interested in this position, we look forward to receiving:

• A motivational letter (EN) that briefly describes your motivations for joining MDPI

• A resume (EN) including personal information, past & current education,

• Copy of ID and Diplomas

• If available: reference letters and certificates.

About MDPI

Headquartered in Switzerland, MDPI is a fully Open Access publisher with a portfolio of more than 500 journals across all scientific disciplines. To date, MDPI has published the works of over 4.5 million researchers , collaborating with an extensive network of academic institutions and scientific societies worldwide. Above all, MDPI is committed to ensuring that high-quality research is freely accessible to readers across the globe.

Initiatives

At MDPI, we develop and maintain various platforms in order to better serve the scientific community. Please find here-below a list of our main platforms: