Summer 2025 Data Science Consulting Internship

Data Science Consulting Internship 

  *Thank you to all who submitted applications. We are now closing the application process.*

Company Overview: 

Applied Curiosity is a technology consulting firm specializing in data and AI services. We empower organizations to transform, adapt, and thrive through innovative and practical approaches to data governance, AI/ML architecture, and data-driven strategies. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping clients from various industries, including regulated industries, government, enterprise, and startups, achieve impactful outcomes through the power of data and AI. 

Position: Data Science Consultant Intern [Yes, you will get paid] 

Location: We are in Austin, TX.  This is a remote work, though being in Austin is ideal. 

Job Summary: 

We are seeking a motivated Data Science Intern to join our team. This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with real-world data engineering, analytics, and data science and machine learning projects. The ideal candidate is passionate about data, eager to learn, and excited to contribute to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on our clients. A key goal of the internship is to introduce consulting as a career opportunity and assist you in making an informed career choice. 

During this internship, you will primarily work on internal projects and data that will impact our operations and assist in how we serve our customers. You will, at times, be able to join in customer conversations and project meetings to learn more about consulting work. 

We are a Databricks and AWS partner; our internal platform is centered on these tech platforms. 

We anticipate this individual working up to 40 hours per week at $20/hour during the summer break. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the development and implementation of data science workflows and machine learning systems. 

• Clean, preprocess, and analyze structured and unstructured data. 

• Collaborate with data engineers and business analysts to gather insights and improve data quality. 

• Create visualizations and dashboards to communicate data-driven findings. 

• Support ad hoc data analysis and reporting needs. 

• Document methodologies, findings, and best practices. 

Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in a related quantitative field. 

• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python. 

• Experience with data manipulation libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy) and visualization tools (e.g., Matplotlib, Seaborn, Power BI, or Tableau). 

• Understanding of machine learning concepts and frameworks (e.g., Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) is a plus. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 

• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively. 

• Experience with open source LLMs is a plus. 

Candidates must have the permanent right to work in the United States without additional visa sponsorship 

What We Offer: 

• Hands-on experience with real-world data science projects. 

• Mentorship from experienced data professionals and consultants. 

• Exposure to agile project management and consulting methodologies. 

• A collaborative and supportive team environment. 

How to Apply: 

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio materials to contact@appliedcuriosity.ai. In your cover letter, please explain why you are interested in this internship and how your skills and experiences align with the responsibilities of the role. 

Join us at Applied Curiosity and help drive innovation and success through the power of data and AI!