Data Scientist Intern

Company: Experian
Location: Williamsburg
Posted on: September 15, 2023

Job Description:

Company DescriptionExperian is the world's leading global information services company, unlocking the power of data to create more opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. We are thrilled to share that--FORTUNE has named Experian one of the 100 Best Companies to work for. In addition, for the last five years we've been named in the--100 "World's Most Innovative Companies" by Forbes Magazine.Job DescriptionExperian's Summer Internship Program is a unique opportunity for students across the country to gain hands-on work experience in our innovative global company. Our interns work alongside Experian employees to tackle meaningful projects and gain valuable skills in their chosen field. During our summer internship program, interns will have access to the latest technologies and challenging work. As a summer intern, you'll learn about our exciting financial inclusion products and programs, experience philanthropic events that make us a force for good, and network across our global business units. Get ready to discover the unexpected as a part of our #uniquelyexperian summer internship program.----As an Intern of Decision Analytics delivery team, you'll work as part of a team, helping Experian clients solving problems in areas such as:

• Acquisition of new consumers and credit risk quantification
• Optimization of acquisition strategies by developing robust predictive models and deployment of such models in credit strategies
• Running various Business Intelligence study's and thereby helping clients to build broader understanding of competitive environment or new target consumer audience;
• Interpret analysis results, identify trends and issues, and recommend alternatives to support business objectives
• Running data manipulations and development of advanced predictive models using programming languages (Python, SQL, SAS)
• Independent validation of scoring models performance
• Perform exploratory data analysis to confirm data integrity and to derive appropriate analytical insightsYour key external clients would be North American banks, credit unions, leasing companies and other financial institutions, which operates with the millions of consumers on the daily basis.During your internship you will be also involved in Experian cross-functional projects related to automation of internal process and development of new client products.As a result of internship, you will learn:
  • The key mechanics of the retail lending market
  • Risks and Issues which financial institutions are facing and how Experian help to solve these problems
  • Key types of the predictive models used in retail lending and their architecture
  • Modeling principles and modeling methodology
  • How to work with big data sets and how to extract the value out of itQualifications
    • Currently enrolled in a minimum of a Bachelors degree program in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or related degree
    • Be returning to school in the Fall of 2024 to complete degree program
    • Programming languages: SQL, Python, SASAdditional InformationPerks
      • This position can be 100% remote
      • Volunteer Time Off
      • Competitive pay
      • Flexible work schedule and relaxed dress code
      • 401(k) after 90 days of employmentAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above.-- Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience and education.-- This position is also eligible for a variable pay opportunity and a comprehensive benefits package which includes health, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off including paid parental and family care leave, an employee stock purchase plan and a 401(k) plan with a company match.Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. _We're passionate about unlocking the power of data to transform lives and create opportunities for consumers, businesses, and society. For more than 125 years, we've helped people and economies flourish - and we're not done.We take our people's agenda very seriously. We focus on what truly matters; diversity and inclusion, work/life balance, flexible working, development, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering, making an impact... the list goes on. !. We are building a culture where everyone is comfortable bringing their whole self to work. A place where we not only respect our differences and values but celebrate them in a positive and supportive environment.Find out what is like to work for Experian and !

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