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As an intern working in data science, operations research, math or statistics, you will work alongside a team of experts to apply your knowledge and gain hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Data analysis and visualization
- Augmented decision-making and trusted analytics
- Applied mathematics, statistics, and optimization
- Simulation and computational analytics
- Systems modeling and analysis
- Operational effectiveness and efficiency
- Knowledge discovery
- Next-generation data environments
This internship offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while developing your technical and analytical skills in a collaborative, innovative environment.
Basic Qualifications
- Must be a full-time student pursuing an accredited degree program in Data Science, Math, Statistics, Operations Research or related disciplines.
- Must continue to be enrolled the semester following the internship.
- Foundational knowledge of data science, math, statistics or operations research methodologies, frameworks, tools and/or programming languages.
- Must have sustained excellence in academic performance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience applying data science, math, statistics or operations research concepts in an internship, research, or lab setting.
- Proficiency using data science, math, statistics or operations research methodologies, frameworks, tools and/or programming languages.
- Demonstrated interest in serving the public through previous work experience, volunteer activities, or other relevant engagements
This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):
This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):
Salary compensation range and midpoint:
$45,500 - $57,000 - $68,500 Annual
Work Location Type:
Hybrid
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.
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