Data Science Manager Internships

Data science manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience leading real analytical work, mentorship from working data science managers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Education and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with Capital One, Mitsubishi Power Americas, and deuna among the employers posting roles now.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerCapital One
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type50% On-site
Top industryEducation

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U.S. Venture, Inc.
Data Science Intern
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U.S. Venture, Inc.
Added 3d ago
Data Science Intern
U.S. Venture, Inc.
Appleton, Wisconsin
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Leidos
Data Science Intern
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Leidos
Added 3d ago
Data Science Intern
Leidos
San Diego, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$48k - $87k/yr
10,000+

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Capital One
Current Master's - Data Science Internship - Summer 2027
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Capital One
Added 1w ago
Current Master's - Data Science Internship - Summer 2027
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Data Science
Data Science & Analytics
ML (Machine Learning)
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Capital One
Current PhD - Data Science Internship - Summer 2027
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Capital One
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Current PhD - Data Science Internship - Summer 2027
Capital One
McLean, Virginia
Data Science
Data Science & Analytics
ML (Machine Learning)
Hybrid
Doctoral degree in statistics
10,000+

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Sikka Software
Data Science Intern (AI & Machine Learning)
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Sikka Software
Added 2w ago
Data Science Intern (AI & Machine Learning)
Sikka Software
San Jose, California
Creative & Design
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
11-50

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Data Science Manager Internship Market

Who's Hiring

Capital One
Capital One2 open roles
Mitsubishi Power Americas
Mitsubishi Power Americas2 open roles
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deuna1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals

Tips for Your Data Science Manager Internship Search

Apply in fall for summer data science manager roles

Large employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes months before the program starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates. Check new listings regularly so you catch structured programs in the first application wave rather than after they close.

Build a portfolio before you send your first application

Data science manager intern candidates are assessed on documented project work, not work history. Put together two or three end-to-end projects that show data wrangling, modeling, and communication of results, link your code, published notebooks, or analysis write-ups so recruiters can review the actual work, not just a bullet on a resume.

Work your campus network alongside direct applications

Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which data science employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Pair that network with direct applications to companies running smaller cohorts to widen your reach.

Practice your technical screen out loud before interviewing

Data science manager intern screens typically involve a technical or analytics component, expect questions on statistics, SQL, Python, or model evaluation depending on the team. Practice talking through your reasoning as you work, not just reaching the answer, since interviewers weigh how you think as much as the final output. Record yourself and review it.

Target structured rotational and cohort programs early

Many larger employers run formal data science rotational or cohort programs built to develop people new to the manager track. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often have dedicated campus timelines separate from general hiring. Identify the ones that fit your background and get your application in during the first wave.

Set your work-type filter before you start searching

On-site roles are 50% of the data science manager internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start reviewing openings, then filter by location and work type so you focus only on roles you can actually take. Migrate Mate's work-type filter lets you narrow the feed before you read a single listing.

Data Science Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a data science manager internship?

Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. Build a portfolio of documented analyses or model-building projects that recruiters can actually review. Apply directly to companies online and attend campus career fairs, where data science recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.

Can a data science manager internship turn into a full-time job?

Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for data science manager interns is performance on real project deliverables, available headcount on the team, and the timing of the return-offer window. Treat the internship as a long audition, deliver results and ask your manager early about the process without counting on an offer.

When should I apply for data science manager internships?

Earlier than most expect. Large employers open summer internship applications the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check postings regularly and apply as soon as a role goes live rather than waiting until the deadline.

Are data science manager internships paid?

Most professional data science manager internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly in the listing, search the openings here and filter by the details that matter to you.

What should a data science manager internship resume include?

Lead with two or three complete, documented projects that show your analytical and leadership thinking, include the tools you used and link to the work directly, whether that is a GitHub repository, a published analysis, or a case study write-up. Add relevant coursework below your projects, keep the whole document to one page, and put work history last if you have any.

Are there remote data science manager internships?

Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the data science manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.

Can international students get data science manager 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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