Undergraduate Internship/Co-op Program - Data Scientist Central
Intelligence Agency 149 reviews - Washington, DC $21.44 - $25.84 an hour
- Full-time, Internship Students serving as Data Scientist interns work
side-by-side with other data scientists using advanced hardware and
software to create and develop computational algorithms and statistical
methods that find patterns and relationships in large volumes of data.
Through CIA's global mission, the agency has access to unique data sets
that can be analyzed in one computational environment. Successful
applicants will have keen technical insight, creativity, initiative, and
a curious mind. Interns generally are required to work either a
combination of one semester and one summer internship or two 90-day
summer internships. Co-Op Students work on an alternating semester or
quarterly basis and are expected to spend a minimum of three semesters
or four quarters (this can include a summer tour) on the job prior to
graduation. Offices of the CIA - Directorate of Digital Innovation The
Directorate of Digital Innovation (DDI) is at the forefront of defining
the future of digital expertise within the CIA. DDI focuses on
developing the workforce with cutting-edge skills, investing in IT
infrastructure, and modernizing the way the Agency does business. DDI
officers help accelerate the integration of innovative methods and tools
to enhance the CIA's cyber and digital capabilities on a global scale
and ultimately help safeguard our nation. Learn more about the
Directorate of Digital Innovation Life at CIA: In addition to a
comprehensive benefits package, the CIA offers exciting career
opportunities and a dynamic environment. We're on the forefront of
world-altering events - as they happen. So working here isn't just a
job, it's a mindset and a lifestyle. Minimum Qualifications: * Pursuing
Bachelor's degree in any area * GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale *
Leadership abilities, initiative, creativity, integrity, technical
excellence, and strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal
and written) * Ability to work independently and in a group * Experience
with advanced statistical or computational programming and modern
databases and distributed computing systems * Availability to work two
90-day tours prior to graduation * Attending school on a full-time basis
before/following this internship Desired Qualifications: * Interest or
experience in data analytics, computer science, mathematics, statistics,
economics, operations research, computational social science,
quantitative finance, engineering or other data analysis fields The
following items must be attached to your on-line application (PDF format
preferred): * Your resume. * A cover letter in which you specify your
qualifications for one or more positions. * Unofficial transcripts for
all degrees. ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE RELOCATION TO THE WASHINGTON DC
METROPOLITAN AREA. All applicants must successfully complete a thorough
medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and an extensive
background investigation. US citizenship is required. To be considered
suitable for Agency employment, applicants must generally not have used
illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug
use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical
and security processing. Important Notice: Friends, family, individuals,
or organizations may be interested to learn that you are an applicant
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benign or in your best interest. You cannot control whom they would
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