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Intern roles are one of the most accessible entry points for F-1 students on STEM OPT. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your internship is directly related to your STEM degree. Engineering, computer science, biology, and mathematics graduates all qualify under eligible CIP codes.
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Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Department Overview
The AI for Business Functions organization uses data science, machine learning, sophisticated analytics, and AI technologies to address intricate business issues across functions such as Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations. The team transforms data into actionable insights, develops intelligent solutions, and drives data-driven decision-making through predictive analytics, optimization, and AI-enabled technologies.
Position Overview
As a Data Scientist Intern, you will work with business partners and data science professionals to develop analytical solutions that address real-world business challenges. You will apply statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization techniques, and generative AI technologies to analyze data, generate insights, and support strategic decision-making across the enterprise.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with business partners to understand requirements and develop data-driven solutions that address complex business challenges.
- Design, develop, and implement predictive models, forecasting solutions, machine learning algorithms, and statistical analyses.
- Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, risks, opportunities, and actionable business insights.
- Apply generative AI, large language models (LLMs), optimization techniques, and simulation models to improve decision-making and business outcomes.
- Develop visualizations, reports, and presentations that communicate analytical findings and recommendations to partners.
Minimum Qualifications
- 0–2 years of relevant experience through coursework, internships, research projects, academic projects, hackathons, or data science competitions.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Experience using Python and common analytics libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning, data mining, data visualization, and analytical problem-solving techniques.
- Experience using SQL and AI-enabled technologies, including generative AI and large language models (LLMs), to support data analysis, business insights, or solution development.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with cloud platforms such as Snowflake, Google Cloud, AWS, Azure, or similar environments.
- Familiarity with predictive analytics, forecasting, optimization, simulation modeling, or machine learning solution development.
- Experience applying generative AI, LLMs, prompt engineering, AI agents, or AI-assisted analytics within business contexts.
- Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Plotly, or similar platforms.
- Strong communication, presentation, and partner engagement skills with the ability to translate technical findings into business recommendations.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
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Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
Job ID
JR115682
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Department Overview
The AI for Business Functions organization uses data science, machine learning, sophisticated analytics, and AI technologies to address intricate business issues across functions such as Finance, Sales, Supply Chain, and Operations. The team transforms data into actionable insights, develops intelligent solutions, and drives data-driven decision-making through predictive analytics, optimization, and AI-enabled technologies.
Position Overview
As a Data Scientist Intern, you will work with business partners and data science professionals to develop analytical solutions that address real-world business challenges. You will apply statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization techniques, and generative AI technologies to analyze data, generate insights, and support strategic decision-making across the enterprise.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with business partners to understand requirements and develop data-driven solutions that address complex business challenges.
- Design, develop, and implement predictive models, forecasting solutions, machine learning algorithms, and statistical analyses.
- Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, risks, opportunities, and actionable business insights.
- Apply generative AI, large language models (LLMs), optimization techniques, and simulation models to improve decision-making and business outcomes.
- Develop visualizations, reports, and presentations that communicate analytical findings and recommendations to partners.
Minimum Qualifications
- 0–2 years of relevant experience through coursework, internships, research projects, academic projects, hackathons, or data science competitions.
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Experience using Python and common analytics libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning, data mining, data visualization, and analytical problem-solving techniques.
- Experience using SQL and AI-enabled technologies, including generative AI and large language models (LLMs), to support data analysis, business insights, or solution development.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with cloud platforms such as Snowflake, Google Cloud, AWS, Azure, or similar environments.
- Familiarity with predictive analytics, forecasting, optimization, simulation modeling, or machine learning solution development.
- Experience applying generative AI, LLMs, prompt engineering, AI agents, or AI-assisted analytics within business contexts.
- Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Plotly, or similar platforms.
- Strong communication, presentation, and partner engagement skills with the ability to translate technical findings into business recommendations.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
For US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Intern
Verify your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appearing on USCIS's designated STEM list. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before targeting intern roles so you don't pursue positions under an ineligible degree classification.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Not every company that posts intern roles is enrolled in E-Verify. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name before signing anything. A company that isn't enrolled cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, regardless of how willing they are to hire you.
Target companies with existing OPT hiring patterns
Use Migrate Mate to filter intern listings by employers who have previously sponsored or employed STEM OPT students. Companies with that history already understand I-983 training plan requirements and E-Verify obligations, which shortens your onboarding timeline significantly.
Draft your I-983 training plan before your start date
Your employer must complete and sign Form I-983 before you begin work on STEM OPT. Bring a partially drafted plan to your offer conversations so hiring managers understand the scope upfront and your start date isn't delayed by an unfamiliar HR process.
Map intern duties directly to your degree field
USCIS requires that your internship work be directly related to your STEM degree, not just adjacent to it. During interviews, document how your daily tasks connect to your academic program so your I-983 learning objectives are defensible if your training plan is ever reviewed.
Understand cap-gap timing if you're applying for H-1B
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf while you're interning on STEM OPT, cap-gap rules may extend your work authorization through September 30 of that year. Confirm your OPT end date with your DSO so there's no gap between your STEM OPT expiration and cap-gap coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an intern on STEM OPT?
Yes, intern roles qualify for STEM OPT as long as the internship is directly related to your STEM degree field and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Your DSO must authorize the STEM OPT extension on your I-20 before you begin, and your employer must complete Form I-983 with you before your first day of work.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Use the E-Verify employer search function to look up the hiring company by name before accepting an offer. Enrollment status isn't always visible on a job posting, so search directly rather than relying on what a recruiter tells you. If the company doesn't appear in the E-Verify database, they're not eligible to employ you on STEM OPT, and you'll need to find an alternative employer.
What STEM degrees qualify me for intern roles on STEM OPT?
Your degree must fall under a CIP code listed on USCIS's designated STEM degree list. Common qualifying fields include computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, biology, chemistry, mathematics, and data science. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO and cross-reference it against the USCIS STEM list before applying, since some interdisciplinary or professional degrees have codes that don't appear on the list.
Where can I find intern jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists intern roles filtered by employers who meet E-Verify enrollment requirements, so you can identify companies that are already set up to hire STEM OPT students. Searching there saves you from spending time on applications to companies that can't legally employ you under your current work authorization status.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my internship ends before my extension expires?
If your internship ends, your STEM OPT authorization remains valid for the duration of your authorized extension period, but you have a 60-day unemployment buffer to find new qualifying employment. You cannot work during that buffer, only job search. If you don't secure a new STEM OPT-eligible role within 60 days, you'll need to change status or depart the U.S. Notify your DSO immediately when employment ends.