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Data Science Intern

Data ScientistData ScientistInternshipRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2012H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

47 days ago

Salary

$141K - $150K / year

Bachelor DegreeEnglishPythonSQL

Job Description

• Leverage your technical and business acumen to become a specialist in our models, products, business and how the models interact with the business. • Identify potential problems or opportunities for improvement, communicate these issues to the team and suggest solutions. • Involves self-directed investigation into Upstart’s data and product, offline analyses using creative thinking as well as presentation to the ML team. • Receive mentorship from experienced DS/ML practitioners and collaborate closely with ML scientists to improve our products and models via data-driven insights. • Understand the underpinnings of ML models and how they create value for the business. • Identify data sources, use statistical methods and write clean code to conduct offline analyses about ML models and/or Upstart products. • Communicate findings clearly to get buy-in for recommended next steps. • Work with your mentor to align stakeholders, and drive next steps.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor (or above) degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field. We require that you are on track to graduate by the summer of 2027.
  • Strong fundamentals in statistical, probability, and machine learning theory.
  • Ability to perform data analysis in Python, as well as basic SQL foundations.
  • Ability to communicate data insights to non-technical audiences
  • Strong sense of intellectual curiosity, humility, drive and teamwork, as well as communication skills.
  • Ability to use modern agentic tooling (Claude Code, Codex, …) efficiently.
  • Phd in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field. We require that you are on track to graduate by the summer of 2027.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
  • Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 per year
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options - Upstart covers 90% to 100% of the cost depending on the plans you choose
  • Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
  • Income protection benefits, including company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, with options to purchase supplemental coverage
  • Paid time off, sick and safe time, and company holidays
  • Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
  • Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo, supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
  • Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service
  • Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you
  • Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from
  • Connection and community through team events and onsites, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
  • Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices, located in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!).

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