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Data Science Internship, Summer 2027

Perpay - Career's Page
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted
9 days ago
Department
Data Science
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently enrolled in or will receive a Master's in Data Science, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or an equivalent technical discipline with an expected graduation date between winter 2027 – summer 2028, or equivalent relevant experience
  • Knowledge of machine learning and statistical research
  • Experience using SQL for acquiring and transforming data
  • Proficient in programming, analysis, and visualization using object-oriented programming languages (Python preferred)
Nice to have
  • Enrolled in a Master’s Degree or advanced technical degree
  • Previous work experience in a technical field
  • Experience with implementing machine learning solutions to production environments
  • Understanding of modern scalable data science platforms
What the job really is

As a Data Science intern at Perpay, you will engage in hands-on learning by working with expansive data sets to research and build features that drive impactful models. You will collaborate with various stakeholders across the company, applying your knowledge of modeling and statistical methodologies while using tools like Python and SQL. By the end of the internship, you will have delivered a model or analysis and presented your work to the team, gaining insight into the daily operations of a data science role in a fast-paced startup environment.

Benefits
  • Hourly compensation
  • Espresso bar, full kitchen, weekly catered lunches, snacks, beverages, & everyday lunch essentials
  • One-of-a-kind office with comfortable work/lounge spaces and pleasant riverfront setting
  • Opportunity to gain experience at one of the fastest-growing financial startups in the country in both e-commerce & fintech, working cross-functionally.
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Internship is 100% onsite, which may not suit all candidates
  • The role focuses heavily on learning and may not offer extensive independent project work until later in the internship
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Career value4/5
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