Intern – Data Scientist

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

This description outlines the general responsibilities of the role. It is not an exhaustive list, and the intern may be asked to perform additional tasks related to the position under the supervision of their manager.

Our Data Science Internship Programme gives you the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑growing, high‑impact field. You’ll work with real datasets, modern analytical tools, and industry‑standard workflows that will give you a competitive edge and help launch your career with confidence. Throughout the programme, you’ll see how a data science team operates from exploratory analysis and feature engineering to model development and evaluation. You’ll also have the chance to observe how data insights support decision‑making across different business functions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting, cleaning, and preparing structured and unstructured data for analysis.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis (EDA) to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
• Support the development, testing, and evaluation of machine learning models and statistical techniques.
• Build data visualizations and dashboards to communicate insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and engineers on ongoing projects.
• Document methodologies, processes, and findings in a clear and organized manner.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data processes and analytical frameworks
  
  
  

Here's what you'll need

• Student or recent graduate in Data Science, IT, Engineering, Business Analytics, Statistics, or related fields
• Basic understanding of Agile or Scrum methodologies
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross‑functional teams
• Good command of English, both written and spoken
  
  
  

Nice to have

• Interest in AI, data analytics, and digital transformation
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in a fast‑paced environment
  
  
  

We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disabilities, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. Find out more about life at Jacobs. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team [email protected]

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.