The International Potato Center (CIP) is looking for one
(1) Data Management Intern to provide support to the Genebank Department and
work close with the Digital & Data Department in Lima, Peru.

About CIP:
CIP is part
of the CGIAR global research partnership committed to transforming food, land,
and water systems in a climate crisis. CIP’s mission is to develop and share
science-based innovations in potato, sweetpotato, and other root and tuber
crops. CIP partners with organizations in over 20 countries in Africa, Asia,
and Latin America to strengthen agri-food systems and provide economic, social,
and nutritional benefits, especially for women and youth. We integrate social
and biophysical sciences to address complex challenges in food and agriculture.
For more information, please visit
https://cipotato.org/about/
.

Key responsibilities:

• 
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  Support the data preparation and quality assurance
  required for ClP's transition from GRIN-Global to GGCE.
• 
  Ensure CIP's genebank data meets the quality and
  accessibility standards required by the Al71 Genebanks Al pipeline.
• 
  Recover and integrate existing but uncaptured data
  (field trial evaluations, genomic datasets, corporate database records) into
  the genebank information system.
• 
  Support
  data cleaning, harmonization, and interoperability activities across genebank
  and research datasets.
• 
  Produce
  documented, transferable work products that strengthen institutional data
  management

Requirements

What are we looking for?

• 
  Currently enrolled in or recently completed a degree
  in data engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• 
  Strong SOL skills (ability to write queries against
  relational databases, understand schema structures, and perform data
  validation).
• 
  Experience with Python or R for data manipulation and
  scripting.
• 
  Familiarity with data cleaning, transformation, and
  ETL processes.
• 
  Strong documentation habits and ability to work
  methodically.
• 
  Working proficiency in English and Spanish.
• 
  Background or coursework in bioinformatics,
  agricultural science, or biological databases.
• 
  Experience with REST APls and JSON data
  formats.(preferred)
• 
  Familiarity with NoSQL or graph databases
  (future-oriented skill for the role). (preferred)
• 
  Experience with data
  visualization tools (Power Bl, Python visualization libraries). (preferred).

Benefits

Why should you consider this opportunity?

• 
  CIP is a global and reputable international
  organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background.
• 
  CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improving
  nutrition and well-being, and gender equity for poor people in roots, tubers
  farming and food systems in the developing world.
• 
  CIP is a member of the CGIAR, a global partnership
  that unites international organizations engaged in research about food
  security. CGIAR research aims to reduce rural poverty, increase food security,
  improve human health and nutrition, and sustainable management of natural
  resources.

What are we offering?

• 
  CIP provides the opportunity to work in a
  prestigious international organization.
• 
  Hands-on experience working with international
  genebank information systems, agricultural research data, and CGIAR digital
  data workflows.
• 
  Excellent
  working environment.
• 
  In and
  out buses for different routes in Lima
• 
  Comprehensive
  insurance coverage.
• 
  6
  months-term agreements with possibility of renewal.
• 
  Work
  in an equal and diverse workplace.

How to apply?

Please visit
the following link:
http://cipotato.org/open-vacancies/
to submit
your cover letter and a full C.V. along with your references (preferable
recent supervisors). Internal candidates are welcome and encouraged to
apply for this job opportunity. Nevertheless, we highly encourage all
interested candidates to participate in this exciting and competitive
process. The deadline for the receipt of applications is
June 04, 2026.

This position WILL NOT have
contact with children or vulnerable adults.

We look forward to receiving
applications from individuals with disabilities who are willing to contribute
their talents and skills to our team. If you require specific accommodations
for the selection process due to a disability, please do not hesitate to inform
us.

Learn more about CIP by
accessing our web site at
http://www.cipotato.org

CIP is an equal opportunity
employer. Qualified women and professionals from developing countries are
particularly encouraged to apply.