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Data Science Director roles sit at the intersection of technical leadership and executive decision-making, making them strong CPT candidates for doctoral and master's students in data science, statistics, or applied mathematics programs. Your DSO must authorize CPT before you start work, and the position must connect directly to your degree requirements.
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Do you have a passion for data? Are you matriculating in a Master’s or PhD program? Amazon is looking for driven data science students with strong modeling skills who are comfortable owning and executing data. To be successful in this internship, you will need the ability to develop, automate, and run analytical models for our systems. During this internship, you will build tools and support structures needed to analyze and dive deep into data to resolve systems errors and changes. You will have the ability to present your findings to our business partners and help drive improvements.
Previous applicants demonstrated the aptitude to manage medium-scale modeling projects, identified requirements, and built methodology/tools that were statistically grounded.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Can relocate to where the internship is based
- Experience with data scripting languages (e.g. SQL, Python, R etc.) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, or Matlab)
- Experience in data science, machine learning or data mining
- Experience with big data: processing, filtering, and presenting large quantities (100K to Millions of rows) of data
- Must be eligible for and available for full-time (40 hours per week) internship for the whole duration of the internship
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with clustered data processing (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Map-reduce, and Hive)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- Starting pay: 102,935.00 USD Annually
Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
LOCATION
Seattle, WA, USA
DESCRIPTION
Do you have a passion for data? Are you matriculating in a Master’s or PhD program? Amazon is looking for driven data science students with strong modeling skills who are comfortable owning and executing data. To be successful in this internship, you will need the ability to develop, automate, and run analytical models for our systems. During this internship, you will build tools and support structures needed to analyze and dive deep into data to resolve systems errors and changes. You will have the ability to present your findings to our business partners and help drive improvements.
Previous applicants demonstrated the aptitude to manage medium-scale modeling projects, identified requirements, and built methodology/tools that were statistically grounded.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Can relocate to where the internship is based
- Experience with data scripting languages (e.g. SQL, Python, R etc.) or statistical/mathematical software (e.g. R, SAS, or Matlab)
- Experience in data science, machine learning or data mining
- Experience with big data: processing, filtering, and presenting large quantities (100K to Millions of rows) of data
- Must be eligible for and available for full-time (40 hours per week) internship for the whole duration of the internship
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with clustered data processing (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Map-reduce, and Hive)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
COMPENSATION
- Starting pay: 102,935.00 USD Annually
Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.
LOCATION
Seattle, WA, USA
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Get Access To All JobsData Science Director CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Science Director role qualify for CPT?
Yes, if the position is an integral part of your degree program and your DSO authorizes it on your I-20. Director-level data science roles typically qualify for students in doctoral or master's programs in data science, statistics, or related fields, provided the job description maps to your curriculum and your school's CPT policy permits work at that seniority level.
Can I do CPT as a Data Science Director while completing my dissertation?
Many doctoral programs explicitly allow CPT during dissertation research when the industry role supports the thesis. You'll need your DSO to confirm the connection between the directorial work and your research focus. Some programs require a faculty advisor co-signature confirming the role advances your academic goals, so check your school's specific CPT policy before accepting.
How do I find employers open to hiring F-1 CPT students for director-level data roles?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters job listings by employers with documented DOL work authorization filing history. Director-level roles with CPT authorization tend to appear at mid-size technology and analytics firms that hire graduate students for strategic positions. Targeting employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for comparable roles reduces the risk of hitting a sponsorship wall mid-process.
Does working as a Data Science Director on CPT affect my OPT or STEM OPT eligibility?
Full-time CPT for 12 months or more eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, so track your cumulative CPT hours carefully. Part-time CPT, defined as 20 hours per week or fewer, doesn't count against OPT. Because director roles often carry full-time expectations, clarify the weekly hour commitment with your employer and DSO before your CPT authorization is issued.
What should I include in my CPT authorization request for a Data Science Director position?
Submit the formal offer letter specifying job title, employer name, start and end dates, and hours per week. Your DSO will also want a written explanation of how the director-level responsibilities, such as overseeing data strategy, managing analytics teams, and reporting to executive leadership, connect to your specific degree program requirements. The more precise that connection, the faster your I-20 update is issued.