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Internship - Data Science Scholar

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Internship - Data Science Scholar

Cambridge, MA
Internship
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    THIS INTERNSHIP IS FULL-TIME DURING SCHOOL YEAR BREAKS AND HAS FLEXIBLE PART-TIME HOURS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR

    Duration: 4 to 12 months (May start is preferred)

    Infor Scholars Overview: This is a formal internship offering aligned with Infor’s Education Alliance Program that offers students currently enrolled at a college or university access to cutting edge industry knowledge and solutions expertise. Qualified Scholars will be placed on a specific team within an Infor department to gain comprehensive work experience. Select Scholars will have an opportunity to rotate between departments completing challenging industry-based work.

    POSITION SUMMARY: Infor Dynamic Science Labs (DSL) is a talented, collaborative team of analytical and technical individuals that leverage their quantitative training and creativity to solve challenging real-world business problems. Through Proofs of Concept with customers, DSL is responsible for the development of a rich platform of cutting edge optimization solutions in Infor CloudSuite. These solutions will be made available to transactional systems in the Infor suite to power a myriad of business processes, extending from automating tough big data challenges to infusing decisions with forecasts and predictive recommendations. DSL also assists in measuring the opportunity available to prospective customers in utilizing Infor's solutions. At the direction of a Scientist or other staff member, Science Interns are responsible for performing analysis on large data sets and communicating results within the Science team.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Execute on designs to solve problems faced by our customers

    • Analyze data to identify trends and relationships

    • Present findings to the Science team

    • Participate in system and release testing, as it pertains to science

  • Qualifications
    • Must be able to work in Cambridge, MA for the duration of the internship (Infor does not cover relocation expenses)

    • Applicants must be currently enrolled students for the entire duration of the internship to qualify

    • Must be PhD, Doctorate or Masters candidates to apply

    • Preferred Major or Focus: Operations Research, Operations Management, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Software Development, Chemistry, Physics

    • Intelligent, fast-thinking, highly motivated with a passion for solving problems with software

    • Ability to understand complex algorithms and discuss with the Science team

    • Computational experience gained through relevant coursework or project(s).

    • Good communication skills

    • Standard Microsoft Office apps (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

    • Be able to work independently and as part of a team

    Preferred Skills & Knowledge:

    • Familiarity with SQL and databases

    • Familiarity with Amazon Web Services, Hadoop, RedShift

    • Familiarity with Java and other programming languages

    • Familiarity with R, S-Plus, or other statistical packages

    • Ability to develop complex algorithms when necessary and simple algorithms when possible

  • Compensation
    Competitive
  • Industry
    Computer Software
  • Fun Fact
    Infor strives to make a positive impact by giving back to the local communities where our employees live and work and helping develop the next generation of technology leaders.
  • About Us

    Infor software is purpose-built for specific industries, providing complete suites that are designed to support progress – for individuals, for businesses, and across networks. They believe in the beauty of work, the importance of relationships, and the power of ideas to drive significant positive change.