Data Science Intern

Key Skills

Python Programming, SQL, AWS, Machine learning techniques, Data Visualization

Job Description

A bit about us

GroundTruth is the leading location-based marketing and advertising technology company. Sitting at the convergence of offline and online data, GroundTruth delivers a unique data set called “visitation data,” which allows brands, agencies, SMBs, and non-profits to drive high-performing business outcomes (ROI). GroundTruth activates this data through a suite of performance products and services via their self-serve advertising platform, through managed services, or tailored partnerships. GroundTruth has built proprietary filtering processes that combines our BlueprintTM contextual mapping technology, owned & operated properties, along with 3rd party mobile location data, together yielding over 30B visits annually.

We believe that innovative technology starts with the best talent and have been ranked one of Ad Age’s Best Places to Work for two years in a row (2021 & 2022). Learn more about the perks of joining our team here.

All our internships are paid and will run from End of May/Early June through End of August/Early September. We are looking to create a well-structured program where interns will augment their work experience, hone important skills, develop career goals and establish connections that will prove useful throughout their careers. GroundTruth will, in turn, learn from a pool of motivated individuals who bring fresh thinking and innovation to our workplace. Diversity will be a priority in our internship program and will include Race, Ethnicity & Socio Economic status along with sexual orientation, gender identity, age, and disability. Want to hear from some current employees? Watch this.

A bit about you

As an intern on the Science team, you will work closely with a team of data scientists and be exposed to a project that will impact the data ecosystem and business. Most of your time will be spent implementing and improving the core solutions from the Data Science team. You will build components of a data science project that enhance the machine learning systems and help automate the decision making process. You will also work closely with AWS tools and features, so there are many opportunities to learn.

We are looking for an entry-level professional with limited experience to contribute to a project. You will learn to use professional concepts to resolve problems of limited scope and complexity under close supervision while achieving day-to-day objectives. You will work on developmental assignments that are initially routine in nature, requiring code implementation, iterations, and limited judgment. You will also apply basic skills while developing some specialized skills in procedures, operations, techniques, tools, and/or knowledge appropriate to the area of data science.

You will:

• Collaborate closely with data scientists and product managers
• Run analytics and initial data explorations that help move forward data science products
• Dive deep into a rich set of location data, derive insights, and improve analytics products
•  Implement code and data driven solutions in the AWS cloud computing environment

You are:

• Problem solver: Dive deep into a problem and be resourceful in implementations
•  Organized: Ability to prioritize and deliver timely work, as well as have a good sense of tasks ownership
•  Not Afraid of New Technologies: Driven to learn and have technical aptitude
• Strong Communicator: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Good presentation skills
• Team Player: Pride themselves on being part of an exceptional team. Be flexible and willing to adapt

You have:

• Education: completing/ completed a 4 year or post graduate degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
•  Experience: projects involve Data Science, Machine Learning, or Data Engineering; previous internships in data science or software, or related academic research is a plus
• Following skills/ certifications: Python, SQL, Machine Learning
• Nice to have academic knowledge in: open-source libraries (eg, scikit-learn), Data Visualizations

About the program:

•  Onboarding
• The program begins with a two day immersive orientation, where you will participate in engaging leadership sessions, connect with employees and other interns, and develop an understanding of our company and industry. 
•  Ongoing Support
• Our buddy program: You will be paired with a buddy from outside of your team to support your growth and help you foster connections within GroundTruth. 
•  Ongoing learning & development: You will attend ongoing career development workshops with our Growth & Development team throughout your time with us. 
•  Final Presentation
•  At the end of the program, you will deliver a final presentation to your team and executive leadership, showcasing your unique ideas and perspective on GroundTruth.