Data Science Intern (GADS)

At PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL), we believe that every person has the right to participate fully in the global economy. Our mission is to democratize financial services to ensure that everyone, regardless of background or economic standing, has access to affordable, convenient, and secure products and services to take control of their financial lives. Job Description Summary: As a Data Science intern in PayPal’s Global Analytics & Data Science (GADS) organization, you will have an impact on PayPal’s products all around the world and you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and exposure to the world of data science. This internship is designed to provide a talented and aspiring data scientist with real-world challenges and projects to sharpen their skills while contributing to our data-driven initiatives. Our scientists work to better understand our end-users, identify opportunities, and improve our products by creating personal and smart experiences. Making use of PayPal’s endless amount of data, you will leverage your data and machine learning skills for the research and delivery of end-to-end ML solutions. If you are interested to be a Data Scientist/Machine learning and have sharp analytical skills and a passion for deriving new insights, solving unique challenges, leveraging machine learning algorithms, and working in a highly collaborative, values-driven environment – then PayPal’s GADS is looking for you. Job Description: Job Description: Data Analysis and Visualization: Assist in data collection, cleaning, and preprocessing. Visualize data to extract meaningful insights and patterns. Use tools like Python, R, or data visualization libraries to create reports and dashboards. Model Development: Work closely with the data science team to build and fine-tune machine learning models. Participate in model evaluation and optimization. Contribute to the development of predictive and prescriptive models. Research and Experimentation: Stay updated with the latest data science trends, techniques, and technologies. Conduct research on relevant algorithms and methodologies. Experiment with new approaches to solve data-related challenges. Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data engineers and business analysts. Present findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Assist in communicating the value of data-driven solutions to decision-makers. Documentation: Maintain clear and organized documentation of data sources, methods, and findings. Contribute to the development of best practices and guidelines for data science projects. Qualifications: Currently pursuing a degree in Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field. Strong analytical. problem-solving skills, Excellent communication skills. Proficiency in data analysis and machine learning tools (e.g., Python, R, TensorFlow). Basic understanding of data manipulation and visualization libraries Self-motivated, eager to learn, and a strong team player. Previous experience with data science projects, coursework, or internships is a plus. Internship Program Information and Requirements: This is a Summer 2024 Internship program. Spring and Fall 2024 internships are not available. Must currently be pursuing Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited college or university. Must be returning to school in the Fall of 2024. Must reside in the U.S. during the Summer internship program. Must be able to obtain authorization to work in the U.S. for the summer. Additional Job Description: PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience. The total compensation for this position may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com. The U.S. national hourly pay range for this role is $21 to $55. Subsidiary: PayPal Travel Percent: 0 Our Benefits: At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you. We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com Who We Are: Click Here to learn more about our culture and community. PayPal has remained at the forefront of the digital payment revolution for more than 20 years. By leveraging technology to make financial services and commerce more convenient, affordable, and secure, the PayPal platform is empowering more than 400 million consumers and merchants in more than 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. For more information, visit paypal.com. PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com. Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join Our Talent Community. As part of PayPal’s commitment to employees’ health and safety, we have established in-office Covid-19 protocols and requirements, based on expert guidance. Depending on location, this might include a Covid-19 vaccination requirement for any employee whose role requires them to work onsite. Employees may request reasonable accommodation based on a medical condition or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated. At PayPal we are reimagining money, democratizing financial services, and giving people more ways to safely connect to their money and to each other. We are purpose-driven and looking for people who want to join us at the forefront of the digital payments revolution. 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Salary : $21 - $55