Transcard · 12 hours ago
2026 - SQL Database Administrator Intern
Chattanooga,TN,US
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
Start in 2026Transcard is a Chattanooga-based company that offers comprehensive global payment orchestration solutions. The SQL Database Administrator Intern will support the Database Administration team, gaining hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server environments while assisting with daily operational activities and learning industry best practices related to database operations.
B2BB2CBankingData VisualizationFinancial ServicesFinTechMobilePaymentsTransaction Processing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Assist in monitoring SQL Server environments for availability and system health
Review database monitoring dashboards and alerting tools
Validate successful execution of SQL Server Agent jobs
Assist in verifying database backup operations
Participate in supervised database restore testing in non-production environments
Monitor disk utilization, storage growth, CPU usage, and memory trends
Support capacity tracking and utilization reporting
Assist in maintaining database inventories and environment documentation
Review performance metrics and learn to identify potential tuning opportunities
Participate in analysis of slow-running queries under DBA guidance
Support routine database maintenance and health reviews
Assist with security access reviews and documentation
Maintain runbooks, operational procedures, and standard documentation
Escalate identified issues in accordance with documented processes
The intern will not perform independent production changes, deployments, or schema modifications
Microsoft SQL Server architecture, internals, and core components
T-SQL fundamentals
Indexing concepts and execution plan analysis
Query performance troubleshooting techniques
SQL Server monitoring and diagnostic tools
Backup and recovery strategies
Capacity planning fundamentals
High availability and disaster recovery concepts (observational)
Infrastructure, Windows Server, and storage fundamentals
Qualification
Required
Fundamental understanding of relational database concepts
Introductory knowledge of SQL querying
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to follow documented procedures accurately
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and organizational skills
Demonstrated interest in database administration or infrastructure operations
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Preferred
Academic or personal experience with Microsoft SQL Server
Experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) or Azure Portal
Exposure to T-SQL, indexes, stored procedures, or views
Familiarity with Windows Server concepts
Coursework involving database systems or data management
Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Preferred Computer Science, Software Development, Information Technology, Information Systems
Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) Match!
Paid Time Off
Life-Disability Insurance
And more
Company
Transcard
TransCard is a financial-technology company focused on account-based payment solutions and a corporate funds disbursement gateway.
Founded in 2012
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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David Samples
Chief Technology Officer
Chris Fuller
President
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