Internship (Data Engineering)

Internship (Data Engineering) – Union Assurance PLC

Job Overview

Union Assurance PLC is seeking a motivated and analytical individual to join its Information Technology team as an Intern – Data Engineering. This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in data engineering, data preparation, pipeline maintenance, data validation, and AI-driven analytics projects within a leading life insurance organization.

Position Details

Job Title: Intern – Data Engineering
Company: Union Assurance PLC
Industry: Insurance / Information Technology
Employment Type: Internship
Job Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Department: Information Technology
Job Category: IT & Software, Private Jobs

Company Overview

Union Assurance PLC is a leading life insurance company in Sri Lanka and a member of the John Keells Group. The company combines technology, innovation, and customer-focused solutions to deliver life insurance services while providing opportunities for employees and interns to develop their professional capabilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of Python and SQL.
• Understanding of data management concepts.
• Knowledge of ETL concepts and data processing workflows.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• A genuine interest in data engineering, analytics, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the data engineering team with data preparation activities.
• Support the maintenance and improvement of data pipelines.
• Perform data validation and quality checks.
• Assist with data management and ETL-related activities.
• Support AI-driven analytics projects.
• Assist in organizing, processing, and preparing data for analytical purposes.
• Work with team members to support data engineering and technology initiatives.
• Gain practical exposure to data engineering processes and industry practices.

Required Skills

• Basic programming knowledge in Python.
• Basic SQL knowledge.
• Understanding of data management and ETL concepts.
• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.
• Good problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to learn new technologies and concepts quickly.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in data engineering, data analytics, and AI technologies.

Salary & Benefits

The advertisement does not specify a salary or allowance for this internship.

The internship provides an opportunity to:

• Gain practical industry experience in data engineering.
• Work alongside an Information Technology team.
• Develop practical knowledge of data preparation and pipeline management.
• Gain exposure to data validation and ETL processes.
• Participate in AI-driven analytics projects.
• Develop professional and technical skills in a corporate environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV to:

Email: Careers@unionassurance.com

Important Notes

• This is an Information Technology internship focused on Data Engineering.
• The position is based at the Union Assurance head office in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
• Candidates currently pursuing or recently completing a degree in Data Science, Computer Science, IT, AI, or a related field are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of Python and SQL is required.
• Understanding of data management and ETL concepts is expected.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are important for this role.
• Applicants should ensure that their CV contains accurate and up-to-date educational and professional information.
• Union Assurance PLC is an equal opportunity employer.