Applied Data Science Political Internship Summer at Civis Analytics

What we do
At Civis Analytics, we bring objective, data-driven truth to organizational decision-making—from the boardroom to the world’s largest progressive social causes.
This mission isn’t an aspiration: it’s something we see realized every day, and it brings purpose to everything we’re working on.
We combine a sophisticated SaaS product with our specialized data science consultancy to empower tens of thousands of active users to make millions of data-driven decisions every month. From joining disparate data sources and automating reporting, to building more elaborate models of targeted audiences and optimizing messages for them, organizations like the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the City of Boston, and iHeart Radio trust Civis’s technology to make their most critical decisions.
Core to our product and consulting offerings is Civis Platform, which makes it easy to import, manage, transform, analyze, and report on data. Our customers love Civis Platform because it empowers them to focus on finding data-driven answers to their most critical questions—in other words, we empower them to run their business, rather than running a tech stack. 
Learn more about Civis at www.civisanalytics.com.
All employees either must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, initiate vaccination before your start date, or file an exemption request prior to start date per company policy for review. Due to the uncertainty of COVID-19, all Civis offices are closed and employees are remote until further notice. This is being closely monitored as the situation evolves. Although it’s likely our offices will reopen, positions hired outside of Civis office locations will be remote roles.
What we're looking for
Civis Analytics is looking for Applied Data Science interns to join our ADS practice and help us solve some of the most challenging and interesting questions facing organizations today.
The Applied Data Science (ADS) Team is the advisory arm of Civis Analytics, working closely with governments, companies, nonprofits, and campaigns to help solve their toughest challenges with data science. They are critical components of the project team and are expected to take leadership in understanding how to design and implement data science solutions for each client’s unique situation.
While this is a politically-focused role, individuals have succeeded in this role with a range of backgrounds outside of direct campaign experience, including academic experience in political science or statistical research. Members of our team have educational backgrounds in physics, political science, philosophy, and more.
Minimum Qualifications

2023 graduate pursuing an undergraduate degree in social science, mathematics, statistics or a similarly analytical subject
A demonstrated history of using data in research or applied settings to solve complex problems or make strategic decisions
Demonstrated passion for progressive causes, political data, and/or campaigns
Experience identifying, working with, and adapting to imperfect data
An ability and eagerness to constantly learn and teach others 
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in teams 
Experience with statistical packages (R, Python, etc) and statistical concepts  
Ability to communicate complex analysis to differently technical audiences through strong written and oral communication skills
Resourceful - not easily deterred by setbacks

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with data cleaning, wrangling
Proven track record of working with ambiguous problems
Experience or expertise with SQL 
Experience putting together and giving client-ready presentations

Who we are
Civis offers opportunities for newcomers, seasoned professionals, and anyone in between. Our teams are energized by complex challenges and value diversity of thought. Opportunities to stand out and inspire happen daily, and we trust and encourage you to act on your ideas—no matter how big they are. 
We offer you the tools and community you need to do your best work. Each of us is committed to holding ourselves accountable for results, challenging the status quo, and finding new ways to help our company—and each other—grow.
Why join our team?

Remote internship opportunity 
Paid internship - $25.00/hr 
Weekly lunch & learns
The opportunity to be part of a growing tech startup focused on solving interesting and meaningful problems, invested in internal promotion, and committed to fostering a diverse, equal, and inclusive workplace. 

Civis embraces the individuality of our employees, and we celebrate each other's differences. Our products, services, and culture benefit from and thrive on the unique perspectives brought by each person in our Civis community. We're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, age, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us internalrecruiting@civisanalytics.com.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States.
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