Summer 2023 Data Science Intern

Key Skills

AWS, Batch Data Processing, Cloud computing, Data Analysis, Data cleaning / Data cleansing, Data Visualization, Large data sets, Machine learning techniques, Python Programming

Job Description

As a Data Science Intern, you will work with the Data & Technology Cell to design and develop big data infrastructure, data analysis tools, and interactive visualizations that empower analysts to do their work more effectively and efficiently. You will interface directly with analysts and help create solutions for a variety of needs and problem sets. You will have an opportunity to learn through experience, work in a fast-paced environment, and build a portfolio.

In addition to attending trainings on methodologies for open-source data analysis and tools such as Palantir and Windward, Data Science Interns receive one-on-one mentorship to advance their professional development.

PAST DATA SCIENCE INTERNS HAVE:

• Contributed research to public reports
• Written code to automate the extraction and structuring of data for analysis
• Produced data visualizations for public-facing reports for international organizations
• Developed interactive data portals
• Engineered features from large datasets and trained machine-learning models
• Learned how to use AWS cloud tools and run code in a cloud environment
• Presented to grant stakeholders

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Data ingest
• Data processing
• Data cleaning
• Interactive data visualization development
• Learn about data management best practices for collection, enrichment, and analysis
• Gain exposure to the variety and potential analytical applications of publicly available information (PAI)

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Experience with data processing and cleaning using Python
• Working knowledge of big data storage and data warehousing techniques
• Strong background in statistics and demonstrated quantitative and qualitative data analysis experience

Experience with web scraping, workflow automation, machine learning, or cloud services like AWS is a plus

Compensation

• Interns may receive a discretionary stipend of up to $9,600 per semester to help offset the cost of participating in an internship program.

Eligibility

• Current undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates are welcome to apply.
• C4ADS offers full-time (35-40 hrs/wk) internships. Part-time schedules may be accommodated on a case-by-case basis.
• Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. C4ADS does not sponsor work authorizations for interns. Non-U.S. citizen applicants should consult available resources to understand and prepare all necessary documentation prior to pursuing an internship opportunity at C4ADS.
• We will continue to offer the option of remote internships for the coming semester. Interns will be provided with all equipment necessary for the internship program.

Please direct all internship-related inquiries to internships@c4ads.org.