Data Science Intern – DigitaLab
About Country financial
We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision – to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.
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About the Role
COUNTRY Financial is seeking a Data Science intern. This position will be in our DigitaLab at the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign, IL. As a Data Scientist you will be working with business partners and COUNTRY Technology, including Applied Analytics and Finance, to develop and test data and software development solutions for our COUNTRY Financial clients, representatives, and employees.
“Test drive” a potential career path through real corporate projects, collaboration in meetings, and several networking opportunities. While working alongside and learning from expert leaders at all levels of the company, in addition to teaming up with fellow interns to showcase your ideas, our interns impact the business, and experience professional and personal growth.
Responsibilities
- Deep dive into competitive intelligence for our products
- Conduct analysis to gain quicker, streamlined understanding of our business results and trends
- Utilize machine learning methods to create data models, concepts such as regression, classification, and forecasting
- Work closely with DigitaLab Software Developer interns on delivering working solutions (Application Development, Generative AI, etc.)
- Collaborate with DigitaLab Software Developer and UI/UX interns on cross-functional teams
- Participate in Agile Release Trains
Requirements
- Must be actively pursuing a college degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for the duration of the internship
- Self-motivated learner with leadership capabilities
- Strong collaboration, written and oral communication skills
- Experience gathering data and building solutions
- Understanding and knowledge of business use cases
- Understanding and knowledge of databases, data modeling, and statistical concepts
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with some of the following:
Python, R, Tableau, SQL
Version Tools (Git, SVN)
- A working knowledge of the following is preferred:
Cloud Platforms (Microsoft Azure)
Containerization
NLP
Database engineering and administration
Integration with software development
To apply, please use this link: https://go.researchpark.illinois.edu/DataScience_CountryFinancial
