DATA SCIENCE INTERNSHIP

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February 23, 2026
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Job Description

The Data Science Internship with the State of Florida offers students and recent graduates an opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on real government data projects across multiple agencies and locations throughout Florida.

Posting Details

  • Requisition No: 851273
  • Location: Various locations across Florida
  • Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
  • Compensation: Determined by the hiring agency (may be paid or unpaid)
  • Eligibility: Current students or graduates within the last 12 months

What You’ll Do

As a data science intern, you may:

  • Analyze datasets to identify trends and predictive insights.
  • Clean, preprocess, and manage structured and unstructured data.
  • Support automation, reporting, and dashboard initiatives.
  • Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA).
  • Assist with data governance and quality improvement.
  • Research emerging tools and technologies in analytics and AI.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across agencies.

This internship is designed to provide exposure to public sector analytics, which is valuable for careers in government, consulting, and enterprise analytics.

Required Knowledge & Skills

  • Basic understanding of:
    • Data analytics and statistical modeling
    • Data mining and cleansing techniques
    • SQL or database querying
    • Automation concepts
  • Ability to:
    • Work independently and in teams
    • Manage time and meet deadlines
    • Handle data ethically and responsibly

Minimum Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a college/university program or
  • Graduated within the last 12 months
  • Working knowledge of databases and SQL

Who This Internship Is Best For

You’re a strong candidate if you:

  • Are pursuing Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or Analytics.
  • Want real-world project experience for your resume.
  • Are interested in government, policy, or public impact analytics.
  • Need an entry point into the data science field.

Career Benefits

This internship can help you build experience toward roles such as:

  • Data Analyst
  • Junior Data Scientist
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Government Data Specialist