Working Title: Executive Pathways Data Analyst Intern
Job Class: Management Analyst 1
Agency: Human Services Dept
Job ID : 92488
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Temporary
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 02/28/2026
Closing Date : 03/06/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept
Division/Unit : DHS-Payroll / ADSA MFP TC & Transform Team
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am to 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $23.98 - $34.69 / hourly; $50,070 - $72,432 / annually
Classified Status : Unclassified
Anticipated Start Date : 06/10/2026
End Date : 08/19/2026
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), in collaboration with many partners, helps Minnesota's most vulnerable residents meet their basic needs so they can live in dignity and achieve their highest potential.
The Executive Pathways Program is a paid summer internship (June - August) for college students to explore a rewarding career in public service.
What you can expect during your internship:
Hands-on experience impacting individuals and processes within a large human service agency
Opportunity to meet (virtually and in-person) to network with other state employees
Attend virtual workshops focused on your Professional development
Give back to the communities DHS serves through volunteerism
This position is eligible for telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.
The Data Analyst Intern will work within the Transitions, Tribal, and Transformation (TT&T) Division under the Aging and Disability Services Administration (ADSA). Under the supervision of the Transformation Supervisor, the intern will collaborate with the Quality Assurance team and the Transformation Unit to support quality improvement efforts and assist with data collection, analysis, and related procedures across the division. Through this work, the Data Analyst Intern will contribute to data-driven insights and support recommendations that inform the Transformation Unit's strategic goals and workload with impact across the TT&T Division on key initiatives, including Money Follows the Person (MFP) and the Money Follows the Person Tribal Initiative (MFP TI), known in Minnesota as Moving Home Minnesota. The intern will assist with the development and presentation of reports to meet business and program needs, conduct research, support filing and data verification activities, and help maintain accurate and complete datasets.
Some responsibilities include but not limited to:
Assist in defining and improving data collection and analysis procedures
Create and present reports to support business and programmatic needs
Conduct research to support data analysis and reporting efforts
Perform data verification to ensure accuracy and completeness
Assist with filing and maintaining organized data records, including standard operational procedures
Support the development of data-driven insights to inform strategic direction and forecasting
Contribute analysis that supports work impacting the TT&T Division
Collaborate with Quality Assurance Specialist and Transformation team to identify business needs
Minimum Qualifications
To be eligible for an internship, you must meet the following requirements:
You must be a student at an accredited educational institution; or recently graduated December 2025 or May 2026
AND
Excellent human relation and communication skills sufficient to represent the position and Division in a professional, efficient, and clear manner
Ability to work independently and in a team setting
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred majors include: Statistics, Public Health, Health Administration or Policy,Other related quantitative or analytical fields
Interest in aging, disability services, and Tribal Nations or community programs
A solid understanding of data analysis tools and databases.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Detail-oriented nature required to assure data accuracy and validity.
Communication skills for presenting conclusions or translating data into an understandable document or report.
Problem-solving abilities to recognize, analyze, and resolve issues that develop during data gathering and analysis.
Time management abilities to prioritize, manage, and finish work within specified timeframes.
Additional Requirements
Must be in academic years of sophomore, junior, or senior (Graduate students allowed)
Must provide unofficial transcript to show proof of school enrollment
Must be willing to reside in Minnesota for the duration of internship
Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) criminal background check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. Finalists must pass the DHS background check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
