Risepoint
Data Science (Marketing Analytics) Co-Op
🇺🇸 Remote - US
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Data Science
🗓️ September 29th, 2025
Power BI
Python
SQL
Edtech.com's Summary
Risepoint is hiring a Data Science (Marketing Analytics) Co-Op to join their Marketing Analytics team for a six-month full-time position. The role involves using Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Databricks to analyze data, build dashboards, and support reporting and automation that enhance partner performance and marketing intelligence.
Highlights
- Analyze and clean data using Excel to support reports and business inquiries.
- Write and optimize SQL queries for data retrieval and dashboard updates.
- Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to provide actionable business insights.
- Assist with Databricks projects to manage and process large-scale data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Analytics, Data Science, and Strategy.
- Strong skills required in Excel (pivot tables, formulas), SQL (joins, filters, grouping), and Power BI dashboarding.
- Familiarity with Databricks or similar distributed data platforms is needed.
- Preferred experience with Python or scripting languages for automation and cloud-based data tools.
- Full-time, six-month paid co-op starting January 2026, with direct exposure to team leads and senior managers.
- Opportunities for hands-on learning and contributing to strategic business outcomes.
Data Science (Marketing Analytics) Co-Op Full Description
Data Science (Marketing Analytics) Co-Op
US - Remote
Full time
Risepoint assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, Risepoint mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education, especially for working and adult students. Risepoint brings single-minded dedication to student success, an integrated set of services, and data-driven performance to our collaboration with university partners
Risepoint is seeking a motivated Data Science Co-Op to join our Marketing Analytics team. This six-month position is ideal for a university student eager to apply classroom knowledge in a real-world setting.
As a co-op, you will gain hands-on experience with analytics tools and techniques that power Risepoint’s partner performance and marketing intelligence. You will contribute to projects that blend data analysis, reporting, and automation—with a strong focus on Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Databricks.
The role offers an opportunity to develop technical skills while learning how analytics drives strategy at a fast-moving company.
Key Responsibilities
- Use Excel to structure, clean, and analyze data in support of recurring reports and ad-hoc business questions.
- Write and optimize SQL queries to retrieve and organize data for dashboards and performance monitoring.
- Build and support Power BI dashboards that translate data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders.
- Assist with projects in Databricks, learning how to manage and process data at scale.
- Conduct exploratory data analysis and communicate findings in a clear, concise way.
- Work with Analytics, Data Science, and Strategy teams to support automation and improve reporting efficiency.
- Apply structured thinking to ambiguous problems, contributing to data-driven decision-making.
What to Expect
- Duration: January 2026 – June 2026
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (Monday–Friday)
- Exposure: Direct collaboration with team leads, the Sr. Manager of BI, and cross-functional partners
- Development: Opportunities to learn new tools, gain hands-on project experience, and contribute to meaningful business outcomes
Required Skills
- Excel: Strong functional knowledge (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, conditional logic, etc.)
- SQL: Ability to write basic–intermediate queries (joins, filters, grouping, CTEs)
- Power BI: Exposure to dashboards and reports (basic DAX and modeling is a plus)
- Databricks (or similar platforms): Familiarity with using or learning to use distributed data tools
- Strong analytical mindset, with attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Clear communication skills and comfort working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Nice-to-Have
- Experience with Python or other scripting languages for automation
- Exposure to large datasets or cloud-based data tools
- Interest in AI-powered tools (e.g., copilots, automated reporting)
What You’ll Need to Succeed
- Curiosity and eagerness to learn through hands-on challenges
- Comfort working with numbers and translating them into business insights
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Willingness to ask questions, seek feedback, and iterate on solutions
- Team-oriented mindset with the confidence to take ownership of projects
Hear From Our Past Co-Ops
Interested in learning more? Read about our past Northeastern co-ops here to find out how they made a long-lasting impact on Risepoint and shaped their co-op paths for their unique career journeys.
RisePoint is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce
