Data Science Engineer Internships
Data science engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers and data scientists, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Technology & Software, Energy, and Consulting & Professional Services, with TikTok, BNY, and FedEx among the employers posting roles now.
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Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent
- Must have completed their Sophomore year.
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
- Knowledge of basic computer science concepts, such as data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, etc.
- Familiarity with .NET framework and C# programming language
- Experience with web development technologies, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, etc.
- Ability to learn new technologies to include artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and solve problems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and quality.
- Creativity and innovation
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent
- Must have completed their Sophomore year.
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above
- Knowledge of basic computer science concepts, such as data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, etc.
- Familiarity with .NET framework and C# programming language
- Experience with web development technologies, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, etc.
- Ability to learn new technologies to include artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and solve problems.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Attention to detail and quality.
- Creativity and innovation
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
Data Science Engineer Internship Market
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- Energy
- Consulting & Professional Services
Tips for Your Data Science Engineer Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer cohorts
Large employers in technology, finance, and engineering open summer internship applications as early as August or September the year before the start date. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their start dates. Check listings consistently through the fall and spring rather than waiting until the semester you want to intern.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Intern hiring teams for data science engineer roles expect limited work history and assess candidates on project evidence instead. Publish two or three end-to-end projects on GitHub, complete with data pipelines, model code, and a clear README, so every application links to something reviewers can actually open and evaluate.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. At the same time, apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts that never attend campus events. Running both tracks together reaches more opportunities than either approach alone.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Data science engineer intern screens typically include a coding assessment covering data structures, algorithms, and SQL, plus a take-home or live machine learning problem. Practice solving problems while narrating your reasoning, interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the right answer. Do at least several sessions before your first real screen.
Target structured internship pipelines early
Larger technology and engineering employers run formal cohort programs designed specifically to train people new to data science engineering. These programs recruit on a fixed schedule, fill their seats in the first application wave, and close before many candidates realize they are open. Identify the programs that match your background and apply as soon as each one opens.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 30% of the data science engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to, relocation, commuting, or fully remote, before you start searching, then filter by location and work type from the beginning. Sorting through roles you cannot accept wastes application time you could spend on a stronger submission to a better-fit opening. Use the filters on Migrate Mate to narrow results immediately.
Data Science Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a data science engineer internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A GitHub repository showing end-to-end data pipelines, model notebooks, or deployed applications gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for candidates they meet in person.
Can a data science engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it is your performance on real project work, open headcount on the team at offer time, and how early you signal interest in returning. Treat the internship as an audition, deliver results, and ask about the return-offer process without counting on a specific outcome.
When should I apply for data science engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, technology companies, financial institutions, and major manufacturers, open summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to the actual start date, so openings appear year-round. Check regularly and apply as soon as a role that fits your background goes live.
Are data science engineer internships paid?
Most professional data science engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so listings show the range where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid internships do exist, particularly at early-stage startups or through academic arrangements, but they are uncommon at established technology and engineering employers.
What should a data science engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Feature two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, datasets, and methods you used, and link directly to your code repositories or published analyses so reviewers can verify the work. Add relevant coursework in machine learning, statistics, or data engineering. Keep the entire document to one page.
Are there remote data science engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 70% of the data science engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill quickly because they draw a wider applicant pool, so apply early once you decide remote fits your situation. Use the work-type filter to see only remote or hybrid openings.
Can international students get data science engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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