Data Science Associate Intern

American-Institutes-For-Research; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

American Institutes for Research (AIR) in Arlington, VA, seeks a Data Science Associate Intern to join a team of data scientists and software engineers. The role supports market intelligence tool development and deep-learning projects, with a blend of cloud-based and on-premises applications.

The part-time internship runs September 2026 through December 2026 with hybrid work three days a week at AIR’s Crystal City office. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and currently pursuing a Master's degree, such as in Computer Science, Physics, or Data Science.
• Experience with Python to develop workflows.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools and applications for practical use cases.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and implementation of AI‑and ML‑based workflows, including applications of large language models, generative AI, and multi‑agent or human‑in‑the‑loop systems.
• Build cloud applications and data pipelines using platform-as-a-service and/or open-source tools.
• Architect, design, and build components of AI applications.
• Utilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projects.

Skills

Python

Generative AI

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Pursuing Master’s degree in CS/Physics/Data Science

Tools

Cloud platforms (PaaS)

Open-source tools

Job description

AIR’s Tek Office is seeking a Data Science Associate Intern to join its forward-thinking and innovative team of data scientists and software engineers. Our team works on innovative projects that advance our organization. Data scientists at AIR use a blend of technology skills and theory to contribute to cutting-edge research design, implementation, and capacity building. The intern will support market intelligence tool development and other agentic, deep-learning, and language-model based solutions. The AI Developer Intern will support projects by building cloud-based and on-premises applications.

This part-time internship position offers hybrid work flexibility, requiring three days per week in AIR’s Crystal City, Virginia office. This position is expected to run from September 2026 through December 2026.

About AIR:

Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally. We generate evidence and apply data-driven solutions that expand opportunities and improve lives for all.

Responsibilities:

The responsibilities for the position include:

• Contribute to the design and implementation of AI‑and ML‑based workflows, including applications of large language models, generative AI, and multi‑agent or human‑in‑the‑loop systems.
• Build cloud applications and data pipelines using platform-as-a-service and/or open-source tools.
• Architect, design, and build components of AI applications.
• Utilize external resources to supplement, organize, and contribute to tasks and projects.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, and Experience

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and currently pursuing a Master's degree, such as in Computer Science, Physics, or Data Science.

• Experience with Python to develop workflows.
• Familiarity with generative AI tools and applications for practical use cases.

Skills

• Solution-oriented mindset with the ability to apply creative problem-solving techniques.
• Good communicator with the ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels and backgrounds, including virtual environments, and to convey complex technical concepts clearly and accurately in plain language.
• Interest in exploring and developing innovative tools for data-driven applications.
• Strong team player who collaborates effectively, fosters a positive work environment, and supports shared goals.

Disclosures:Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

American Institutes for Research is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including, but not limited to, actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braid, locks, and twists), creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition (e.g., cancer), sex, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, civil union status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, genetic information, or military or veteran status. AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks. AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please send an email to Taliba Boone [e-mail] or call 202.403.5000.

AIR’s Total Rewards Program , is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers the anticipated annual salary as listed. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

Anticipated Hourly Rate Range

$35 - $35 USD