Data Analytics- AI Summer 2027 Internship- Hybrid -Des Moines, Iowa

Wellabe; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Wellabe invites motivated students to join its Data & Analytics internship for a 10-week paid program in Des Moines, IA, from June 7 through August 13, 2027. You will learn through hands-on projects and mentorship, building practical skills that complement classroom learning and preparing you for a career in data science and analytics.

During the internship, you will work with a collaborative team to build ML models, explore data visualizations, and gain exposure to production-ready workflows,

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or master's degree in data science, CS, OR, statistics, math, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Build and evaluate machine learning and deep learning models for real business problems.
• Assist with taking models from experimentation into production.
• Use generative AI and large language models to enhance machine learning workflows and performance.
• Analyze and visualize business data to uncover insights that inform decisions.

Skills

Python

SQL

Statistics

Git

ML concepts

Model deployment

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in data science or related field

Tools

Databricks

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP)

MLOps

Job description

Wellabe is seeking an intern to join our Data & Analytics team for a10-week paid internship from June 7th through August 13th, 2027. In this collaborative role, you will get a chance to learn important skills and gain professional experience by working on a variety of projects and learning from our team. You will participate in a well-rounded internship program with the opportunity to gain real world experience that supplements traditional classroom learning.

Essential Functions

• Build and evaluate machine learning and deep learning models for real business problems
• Assist with taking models from experimentation into production
• Use generative AI and large language models to enhance machine learning workflows and performance
• Analyze and visualize business data to uncover insights that inform decisions

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or master's degree in data science, Computer Science, Operations Research, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Python (or R) and SQL
• Understanding of statistics and core machine learning concepts
• Familiarity with version control (e.g. Git)
• Interest in developing and deploying models to production (cloud or MLOps experience is a plus)

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Clear written and verbal communication, including explaining technical work to non-technical audiences
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice to Have

• • Coursework, projects, or research applying machine learning to real-world problems
  • Interested in applying machine learning techniques in insurance
  • Experience with Databricks and familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP) or MLOps practices

About Wellabe Internship Program

The Wellabe Internship Program aims to provide interns with a comprehensive understanding of the company while fostering skill development through internship orientation, regular check-ins, assigned one-on-one mentors, weekly coffee chats with company leaders, weekly learning sessions, and engaging social events throughout the summer.

About Wellabe

Since 1929, Wellabe has been finding solutions to help our customers protect their health and financial well-being. And we’re committed to fostering an internal culture of inclusivity, well-being, and development so each of our team members can succeed. Learn more about Wellabe’s culture of betterment by visiting wellabe.com/culture.

Wellabe is full of smart, caring, hard-working people with a broad range of talents who understand collaboration is key. We bring our best selves every day, to connect with others to solve problems, spark innovation, and bring ideas to life. Meet the team and learn what makes Wellabe a great place to work by visiting

wellabe.com/news/employee-spotlights.

Our core values:

• Be dedicated:Show unwavering commitment by proactively taking initiative, setting clear goals, and managing time effectively.
• Be trustworthy:Take accountability for actions, navigate difficult conversations with integrity, and build strong relationships through consistent, honest behavior.
• Be determined:Demonstrate enthusiasm and a relentless drive to overcome obstacles and achieve goals.
• Be collaborative:Foster teamwork by being self-aware, actively listening, and effectively communicating across all levels.
• Be open:Embrace diversity and new ideas to create an inclusive environment.
• Be generous:Embody generosity and compassion by serving a greater purpose and helping others.
• Be better:Commit to continuous improvement and adapt effectively to change.
• Be well:Prioritize physical and mental health, manage stress, and demonstrate emotional intelligence.

Be well – thrive in an environment that fosters inclusivity, well-being, and development.