Graduate Trainee - Data Science

InternHunt; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary £42,000

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

NatWest invites graduates to join a 12-month Data Science Graduate programme in the United Kingdom. You will develop deep technical expertise, work on real business projects, and learn to build models using state-of-the-art cloud technology and AI frameworks.

You will collaborate with engineers, analysts, and cross-functional teams across Retail, Wealth, and Commercial to translate data insights into actionable business outcomes. A focus on data privacy and responsible AI is integral to the role.

Qualifications

• Good problem-solving skills with an analytical approach.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and championing change in an evolving world.
• Resilient, curious, and capable of learning quickly.
• Passion for data science, AI, and helping customers.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep technical expertise in data science, working alongside experienced professionals.
• Collaborate on real business projects to solve complex problems in areas such as Economic Crime or Climate.
• Gain a strong understanding of how data science can enhance customer experiences across Retail, Wealth and Commercial.
• Gain hands-on experience with key tools and technologies, develop models using cloud technology, and learn about generative AI and ML frameworks.
• Learn the full lifecycle of AI solutions from ideation to deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Work with large data sets, applying statistical analysis, ML, and visualization to inform strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and cross-functional teams to translate findings into business outcomes.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical mindset

Adaptability

Curiosity

Resilience

Passion for data science

Education

2:1 STEM degree

Job description

Job DescriptionThis role is based in the United Kingdom and as such all normal working days must be carried out in the United Kingdom.

Why Data Science?At NatWest, our purpose is at the heart of everything we do. By deeply understanding our customers' needs, ambitions, and the changing world around them, we use data as one of our most valuable assets to deliver better experiences, drive informed decisions, and make our customers' lives easier.

To stay truly data-driven, we seek world-class Data Scientists who can innovate, challenge the status quo, and solve tomorrow's problems. Using advanced analytics, machine learning, AI, and strong technical expertise, our teams create, test, and scale solutions that transform how we work and unlock new possibilities for our customers.

Your graduate journeyAs a Data Scientist graduate trainee within NatWest, we'll equip you with the knowledge, skills, and experiences you'll need to make a significant impact through your work and become a leading data science expert.

Over the course of this 12-month programme, you can expect to:

• Develop deep technical expertise in data science, working alongside experienced professionals
• Collaborate on real business projects to solve complex problems in areas such as Economic Crime or Climate
• Gain a strong understanding of how data science can enhance customer experiences across our customer franchises including Retail, Wealth and Commercial
• Gain hands-on experience with key tools and technologies, develop models using state of the art cloud technology, and learn about how to effectively build models utilising generative AI and machine learning frameworks
• Learn the full lifecycle of developing AI solutions, from ideation and model development to deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement
• Work with large and complex data sets, applying statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualisation techniques to uncover insights and inform strategic decisions
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and cross-functional teams, developing your communication and problem-solving skills to effectively translate technical findings into actionable business outcomes
• Explore ethical considerations in data science, with a strong focus on data privacy, responsible AI, and doing what's right for our customers and communities

How you'll benefitWe'll reward you with a starting salary of £42,000. And on top of your salary, you'll have access to our flexible benefits package.

You Can Also Expect To

• Learn from industry experts and immediately apply your learnings
• Accelerate your technical capability
• Enrich your learning with full access to our data pathways
• Expand your global professional network
• Grow your confidence, build your resilience, and elevate your presence and personal brand
• Experience first-hand what it's like working in a purpose-driven organisation that's investing in technology to deliver first class customer experiences

Entry requirementsTo be eligible for our Data Science Graduate programme, you'll need:

• To have, or be on course to achieving a 2:1 in your degree in a STEM subject
• A genuine passion for data science, AI, and helping customers
• Good problem-solving skills with an analytical approach
• To be comfortable with ambiguity and championing change and innovation in an evolving world
• To be resilient, curious, and inquisitive