What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Learning Operations & Data Engineering Intern position at Realty Income Corporation?
Realty Income aims to be a globally recognized leader in the S&P 100, committed to creating long-term value for all stakeholders. These stakeholders include our dedicated team members, who embody our purpose: building enduring relationships and brighter financial futures. This guiding principle serves as a beacon for our team, influencing every action we take.
Realty Income’s employees consistently invest their time, commitment, and dedication into the company, and in turn, they receive investment returns in the form of purpose, belonging, and opportunities for advancement.
Realty Income is committed to best-in-class corporate responsibility practices through environmental initiatives, governance programs, and community outreach projects. From the boardroom to the breakroom, our team members make a difference every day.
Join us from June 17 to August 21, 2026, and experience what it means to build a meaningful career rooted in purpose, strengthened by connection, and driven by opportunity. This 10-week program is designed to accelerate your learning and career exploration. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a publicly-traded, global real estate investment trust while developing the skills, confidence, and relationships that can shape your future.
Realty Income is looking for a Machine Learning Operations & Data Engineering Intern to join our in-house Predictive Analytics team for the summer of 2026. In this role, you will be responsible for collaborating with the Predictive Analytics team to build, validate, and optimize machine learning models, contributing to the entire development lifecycle from data preprocessing to model deployment. This internship offers a unique opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving field of machine learning and data science.
What You Will Be Working On
We are looking for a student who will be a rising senior during the summer of 2026, pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
The hourly compensation for this role is in the range of $21.00 - $25.00. Hourly rate determined by the candidate's skills, experience, knowledge, education, and abilities.
Offers near the high end are uncommon but may be considered for candidates with exceptional experience and skills and are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. You may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and an annual discretionary stock award, to be discussed during the interview process. An annual pay rate and total compensation package is generally determined by the candidate's experience, knowledge, education, skills, performance, and abilities, as well as internal equity, company performance, and alignment with market data.
Most US based full-time and part-time roles come with flexible schedules. We offer a best-in-class benefits package that includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Our 401(k)-retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 6% of eligible compensation. Realty Income also offers other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits, along with 12 PTO hours every month; in addition to 12 paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. Realty Income’s purpose is to build enduring relationships and brighter financial futures, and this starts with you!
Realty Income is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accessibility support to submit your application or other reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact talent@realtyincome.com, or call 800-375-6700. An employee will respond to your message to begin the interactive process. Please note that this phone number and email address are only for individuals seeking a disability accommodation when applying for a job.
Realty Income’s employees consistently invest their time, commitment, and dedication into the company, and in turn, they receive investment returns in the form of purpose, belonging, and opportunities for advancement.
Realty Income is committed to best-in-class corporate responsibility practices through environmental initiatives, governance programs, and community outreach projects. From the boardroom to the breakroom, our team members make a difference every day.
Join us from June 17 to August 21, 2026, and experience what it means to build a meaningful career rooted in purpose, strengthened by connection, and driven by opportunity. This 10-week program is designed to accelerate your learning and career exploration. You’ll gain hands-on experience in a publicly-traded, global real estate investment trust while developing the skills, confidence, and relationships that can shape your future.
Realty Income is looking for a Machine Learning Operations & Data Engineering Intern to join our in-house Predictive Analytics team for the summer of 2026. In this role, you will be responsible for collaborating with the Predictive Analytics team to build, validate, and optimize machine learning models, contributing to the entire development lifecycle from data preprocessing to model deployment. This internship offers a unique opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving field of machine learning and data science.
What You Will Be Working On
- Collaborate in a modern analytics ecosystem, working with Databricks to engineer data pipelines, develop features, and train models using Spark and integrated MLflow tracking.
- Develop and implement machine learning solutions by building, validating, and optimizing predictive models.
- Design robust data workflows by contributing to the creation and maintenance of data ingestion, transformation, and validation processes that ensure integrity and reliability.
- Build reusable analytics components, including modular code, reusable pipelines, and shared feature libraries to accelerate model development.
- Monitor and improve performance by analyzing system and model efficiency, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing solutions.
- Collaborate across disciplines by working closely with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to translate analytical needs into production-ready models and dashboards.
- Ensure code quality through Git version control and by creating unit and integration tests that maintain standards for reliability, traceability, and collaboration.
- Support data access and governance by assisting in improving data documentation and maintaining compliance with internal data management practices.
- Contribute to team initiatives by providing analytical and technical support on department-wide projects and prototypes.
We are looking for a student who will be a rising senior during the summer of 2026, pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
- Solid foundation and programming experience in Python, SQL, and Spark.
- Practical experience with core ML and data libraries such as pandas, scikit-learn, and PySpark.
- Experience using Git-based version control (GitHub or Azure DevOps).
- Understanding of data structures, data modeling, and software architecture.
- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as Azure or AWS.
- Critical thinker with the ability to synthesize complex information and conceptualize solutions.
- Ability to foster strong, collaborative relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.
- A team player who displays self-confidence, encourages collaboration.
- Demonstrated integrity and commitment to the highest ethical standards and personal values.
- Self-motivation and initiative to organize and prioritize work.
The hourly compensation for this role is in the range of $21.00 - $25.00. Hourly rate determined by the candidate's skills, experience, knowledge, education, and abilities.
Offers near the high end are uncommon but may be considered for candidates with exceptional experience and skills and are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. You may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and an annual discretionary stock award, to be discussed during the interview process. An annual pay rate and total compensation package is generally determined by the candidate's experience, knowledge, education, skills, performance, and abilities, as well as internal equity, company performance, and alignment with market data.
Most US based full-time and part-time roles come with flexible schedules. We offer a best-in-class benefits package that includes healthcare, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents. Our 401(k)-retirement plan has a company match of 50% up to 6% of eligible compensation. Realty Income also offers other wellness, financial, and work/lifestyle-specific benefits, along with 12 PTO hours every month; in addition to 12 paid holidays, and paid volunteer time. Realty Income’s purpose is to build enduring relationships and brighter financial futures, and this starts with you!
Realty Income is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require accessibility support to submit your application or other reasonable accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact talent@realtyincome.com, or call 800-375-6700. An employee will respond to your message to begin the interactive process. Please note that this phone number and email address are only for individuals seeking a disability accommodation when applying for a job.
Salary : $21 - $25