Data Science Intern (Fall 2024) – Country Financial

COUNTRY Financial is seeking Data Science interns. These positions 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, to develop and test data and software development solutions for our COUNTRY Financial clients, representatives, and employee

As a Data Science intern at COUNTRY Financial, you will:

• 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, send your resume to [email protected]