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Data science intern roles are among the most actively sponsored positions in tech, with employers filing H-1B visa and OPT-extension paperwork even for internship-to-full-time pipelines. Most require a graduate degree in progress and a STEM-designated program to qualify for the 24-month OPT extension. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Cresta is on a mission to turn every customer conversation into a competitive advantage by unlocking the true potential of the contact center. Our platform combines the best of AI and human intelligence to help contact centers discover customer insights and behavioral best practices, automate conversations and inefficient processes, and empower every team member to work smarter and faster. Born from the prestigious Stanford AI lab, Cresta's co-founder and chairman is Sebastian Thrun, the genius behind Google X, Waymo, Udacity, and more. Our leadership also includes CEO, Ping Wu, the co-founder of Google Contact Center AI and Vertex AI platform, and co-founder, Tim Shi, an early member of Open AI. Join us on this thrilling journey to revolutionize the workforce with AI. The future of work is here, and it's at Cresta.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a motivated Data Science Intern to join our team. This role offers hands-on experience working with real-world data, building models, and supporting data-driven decision-making. You will collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to solve meaningful problems.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Collect, clean, and preprocess structured and unstructured data
- Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends and insights
- Build and evaluate machine learning models under guidance
- Develop data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings
- Assist in deploying models and monitoring their performance
- Work with large datasets using tools like Python, SQL, and cloud platforms
- Document processes, experiments, and results clearly
- Participate in team demos, feedback sessions, and learning opportunities
- This role provides mentorship and exposure to customer-facing technical problem solving in a fast-moving AI/Product environment
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience writing code in Python (or another general-purpose language)
- Strong interest in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or software engineering
- Basic understanding of statistics and machine learning concepts
- Familiarity with libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, or TensorFlow/PyTorch
- Experience with SQL and working with databases
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and willingness to collaborate with teammates and customers
NICE-TO-HAVES
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib, Seaborn)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Knowledge of version control (Git)
- Exposure to big data tools (Spark, Hadoop) is a plus
This posting will be used to fill a newly-created role.
We have noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where scammers attempt to access candidates' personal and financial information through fake interviews and offers. All Cresta recruiting email communications will always come from the @cresta.ai domain. Any outreach claiming to be from Cresta via other sources should be ignored. If you are uncertain whether you have been contacted by an official Cresta employee, reach out to recruiting@cresta.com.
INTRODUCTION
Cresta is on a mission to turn every customer conversation into a competitive advantage by unlocking the true potential of the contact center. Our platform combines the best of AI and human intelligence to help contact centers discover customer insights and behavioral best practices, automate conversations and inefficient processes, and empower every team member to work smarter and faster. Born from the prestigious Stanford AI lab, Cresta's co-founder and chairman is Sebastian Thrun, the genius behind Google X, Waymo, Udacity, and more. Our leadership also includes CEO, Ping Wu, the co-founder of Google Contact Center AI and Vertex AI platform, and co-founder, Tim Shi, an early member of Open AI. Join us on this thrilling journey to revolutionize the workforce with AI. The future of work is here, and it's at Cresta.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a motivated Data Science Intern to join our team. This role offers hands-on experience working with real-world data, building models, and supporting data-driven decision-making. You will collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to solve meaningful problems.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Collect, clean, and preprocess structured and unstructured data
- Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends and insights
- Build and evaluate machine learning models under guidance
- Develop data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings
- Assist in deploying models and monitoring their performance
- Work with large datasets using tools like Python, SQL, and cloud platforms
- Document processes, experiments, and results clearly
- Participate in team demos, feedback sessions, and learning opportunities
- This role provides mentorship and exposure to customer-facing technical problem solving in a fast-moving AI/Product environment
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Experience writing code in Python (or another general-purpose language)
- Strong interest in artificial intelligence, machine learning, or software engineering
- Basic understanding of statistics and machine learning concepts
- Familiarity with libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, or TensorFlow/PyTorch
- Experience with SQL and working with databases
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and willingness to collaborate with teammates and customers
NICE-TO-HAVES
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib, Seaborn)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
- Knowledge of version control (Git)
- Exposure to big data tools (Spark, Hadoop) is a plus
This posting will be used to fill a newly-created role.
We have noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where scammers attempt to access candidates' personal and financial information through fake interviews and offers. All Cresta recruiting email communications will always come from the @cresta.ai domain. Any outreach claiming to be from Cresta via other sources should be ignored. If you are uncertain whether you have been contacted by an official Cresta employee, reach out to recruiting@cresta.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Data Science Intern
Target STEM-designated programs
A STEM-designated degree, computer science, statistics, applied mathematics, or data engineering, is the baseline for the 24-month OPT extension. Without it, your work authorization window drops to 12 months, which limits your sponsorship timeline significantly.
Focus on companies with H-1B filing histories
Large tech employers and research-driven firms with established international hiring pipelines are far more likely to sponsor interns into full-time H-1B roles. Firms that have filed H-1B petitions historically are your strongest targets for intern-to-sponsor conversion.
Clarify the intern-to-full-time pipeline early
Ask during the interview process whether the internship has a structured return-offer program. Employers who explicitly convert interns to full-time roles are the ones most likely to initiate H-1B sponsorship before your OPT expires.
Treat CPT carefully to protect OPT eligibility
Using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. If you plan to complete multiple internships before graduation, track your CPT usage closely so you preserve your post-graduation work authorization.
Align your degree field to the job description
H-1B specialty occupation rules require a direct connection between your degree field and the role. For data science, a degree in statistics, computer science, or a quantitative discipline is far stronger than a general business or unrelated STEM degree.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsors efficiently
Migrate Mate surfaces data science intern roles specifically posted by employers open to visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship willingness upfront saves time and ensures you are applying to companies that have already signaled readiness to support international candidates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a data science intern role lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it depends on the employer. Many large tech and finance companies use data science internships as a structured pipeline to full-time roles, and will initiate H-1B visa sponsorship before your OPT expires. Smaller employers may be willing but lack the legal infrastructure. The clearest signal is whether the company has filed H-1B petitions in prior years.
What visa status do most international data science interns use?
The majority work on F-1 CPT, which allows off-campus employment during the degree program. After graduation, they transition to OPT, and STEM-designated graduates can extend that to three years total. Some interns on J-1 visa exchange programs also fill data science roles, though J-1 comes with a two-year home-country residency requirement that can complicate H-1B sponsorship later.
Does my degree field matter for data science intern sponsorship?
It matters considerably. H-1B petitions require the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning there must be a direct connection between the job duties and a specific academic discipline. For data science, degrees in statistics, computer science, mathematics, or data engineering are the strongest fit. A degree in a loosely related field increases the risk of an H-1B RFE or denial at the specialty occupation stage.
Are data science internships STEM-eligible for the OPT extension?
The OPT extension applies to the student, not the job. If your degree program is STEM-designated by DHS, you qualify for the 24-month extension regardless of your internship title. Data science roles almost always count as a STEM-qualifying job for the extension reporting requirements, but confirm your specific program's STEM designation with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
Where can I find data science intern roles that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists data science intern positions from employers who are open to sponsoring international candidates. Searching there filters out roles where sponsorship is unlikely, which is a meaningful time-saver when you are working against OPT or CPT deadlines. General job boards surface thousands of postings without any sponsorship filter, making it harder to identify the employers actually worth pursuing.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Data Science Intern jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.