Data Scientist Technical Intern Job Listing at SAIC in Rock Island, IL (Job ID 2600804)

Description

Description

SAIC is currently seeking a Data Scientist Technical Intern at Rock Island Arsenal, IL. 

The Data Scientist Technical Intern will be responsible for but not limited to the following duties:  

• Provide quantitative and qualitative analytical capabilities in advanced methodological approaches and advanced business process optimization.
• Leverage the latest techniques in data using the Army Vantage data analytics platform built on Palantir's Foundry with cloud computing and distributed computing.
• Provide advanced analytic solutions from data pipelines to decision focused advanced analytic solutions.
• Assist the client in identifying complex challenges and incorporating analytic techniques to develop comprehensive solutions.
• Stretch your wings while researching and implementing techniques in data engineering, data visualization, statistics, linear optimization, discrete event simulations, network graph analysis, and machine learning.
• Work on a team of analytic professionals to create enterprise level solutions.
• Train and educate front end users on data literacy and analytic tools.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• AA Degree in related discipline (Computer Science, Data Science, or Business Analytics) and one year of related experience; High School and two (2) years of related experience.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Demonstrated experience with the Python programming language.
• Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, virtual meeting, and using cloud-based tools.
• Solid work experience with customers/resolving issues while meeting schedule requirements.
• Must possess good oral and written communications skills.
• Must be motivated, adaptable, and flexible.
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with strong attention to detail.    
• Ability to encourage, inspire, and participate in teamwork.

Clearance:

• Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret security clearance; Interim Secret to start work on the contract; U.S. citizenship required.

Desired Qualifications/Skills:

• Python programming language using PySpark and Pandas.
• Relational database concepts.
• Structured Query Language (SQL).
• R programming language (tidyverse).
• Microsoft Office PowerPoint and SharePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to take a business problem and work towards a more efficient solution like Lean Six Sigma.

Target salary range: Up to $40,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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