The Data Lab team at the World Bank is seeking a talented Data Scientist Internship for 2025 to support and lead our technical priorities. This data science internship with global impact will allow you to work on projects that leverage data engineering, data analysis, and web development skills to support the World Bank’s mission of reducing poverty and enhancing shared prosperity. By joining, you’ll have the chance to contribute directly to policy-making and sustainable development initiatives across the world, making it one of the best data science internships for tackling global challenges.
Name of Host Institution
World Bank
Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
The Data Scientist Internship at the World Bank is open to candidates who meet the following criteria:
- A Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in data science, computer science, or a related field, with at least five years of relevant work experience.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating data analysis and data management skills, including experience with modern programming libraries.
- Ability to design complex data pipelines and cloud computing solutions for data ingest, storage, and access management, which are essential for international development projects.
- Experience in front-end web development for data projects, particularly using HTML, JavaScript, Hugo, and Flask.
- Proven communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-cultural team on global issues.
- Preferred qualifications include AWS certification and proficiency with Python programming and related libraries (e.g., NumPy, Pandas, SciPy, Jupyter, Bokeh, Seaborn).
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Duration
3 years
Salary
Not specified
Deadline
21st October, 2024
The Data Scientist Internship at the World Bank offers a unique opportunity for data science professionals to apply their skills in a global organization that focuses on sustainable development. The role involves data engineering and analysis to support poverty reduction and shared prosperity initiatives, making it one of the most impactful internships for those interested in international development. Through this data-driven role, interns will engage in projects requiring cloud computing and web development skills. Aspiring data engineers and analysts will find that this position provides comprehensive exposure to data management pipelines, cloud computing solutions, and Python programming. This internship is perfect for those aiming to build a career in data science and engineering at a leading global institution.
