About the role#
The Future Leaders Program - Data Intern role is a full-time summer opportunity designed to build skills in finance insights and data-driven decision-making. You will work on projects within data science, decision science, and business analytics. This program includes mentorship, training, and performance feedback. Successful completion may lead to selection for a two-year development rotational program after graduation.
What you'll do#
- Partner with customers to capture business requirements and define data needs.
- Coordinate information management practices, such as data quality and lineage, into business processes.
- Support the development of business intelligence solutions using various data sources and structures.
- Collaborate with technology teams on analytic infrastructure and data engineering efforts.
- Assist in the delivery of business insights using machine learning, simulation, and optimization.
- Perform hands-on model life cycle tasks alongside senior team members.
- Develop and deploy models within the Model Development Life Cycle and Model Risk Management frameworks.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor's degree or higher in mathematics, computer science, statistics, economics, finance, actuarial sciences, science, engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Graduation date no earlier than August 13, 2027.
- 0 to 2 years of experience in data or information-related practices.
- Foundational skills in at least one dynamic scripted language, such as Python or R.
- Experience with database query languages like SQL, HQL, or NoSQL.
- Knowledge of classical supervised and unsupervised modeling concepts.
- Interest in or experience with AI-enabled tools for business insights.
- Academic concentration in Finance, Business Analytics, Data Science, or similar quantitative fields is preferred.
- Familiarity with platforms like Tableau, Business Objects, Sigma, or Snowflake is a plus.
- Prior relevant internship experience is preferred.
- Note: USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 2, 2027, through August 13, 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
- Locations: San Antonio, Texas, or Charlotte, North Carolina.
- Compensation: Paid position with an hourly rate between $27.50 and $36.00, plus an intern stipend.
About USAA
USAA provides financial products and services to the military community and their families. The company operates in sectors including insurance, banking, investments, and financial planning. Founded in 1922, it maintains its headquarters in San Antonio, Texas. The firm is privately held and employs over 10,000 people.
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