Data Science Intern - Institutional Student Worker

Inside Higher Ed; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A regional multi-campus university in Dahlonega, GA, is seeking a Data Science Intern - Institutional Student Worker. This part-time, temporary position allows students to apply statistical and machine learning techniques to real institutional challenges, build analytical workflows, and communicate findings effectively. Interns will collaborate with faculty and gain valuable skills in Python or R, contributing to projects that enhance student success. Ideal for current students of the university enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours.

Qualifications

• Coursework in data science, modeling, or machine learning.
• Ability to clean, prepare, and analyze structured datasets.
• Strong analytical thinking, documentation habits, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied data science projects related to enrollment and capacity.
• Collaborate with a faculty mentor on project scope and methodology.
• Build models and perform analysis in Python or R.
• Prepare clear reports and visualizations for stakeholders.

Skills

Data science coursework

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in R

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credit hours at the University of North Georgia

Job description

Job Title

Data Science Intern - Institutional Student Worker

Location

UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Employment Type

Temporary, Part‑time

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Data Science Intern - Institutional Student Worker.

About Us

Located in the fastest‑growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of over 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development, and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university’s signature leadership programs is its 800‑member Corps of Cadets on UNG’s Dahlonega Campus.

This Position Will

• Learn how to apply statistical and machine learning techniques to real institutional challenges.
• Strengthen ability to design a full analytics workflow, from question to model to insight.
• Gain experience communicating findings to non‑technical audiences.
• Learn to manage a project with defined milestones and outcomes.
• Understand ethical considerations and responsible use of predictive analytics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied data science projects (e.g., enrollment forecasting, capacity planning, student success modeling).
• Collaborate with a faculty mentor to define project scope, methodology, and deliverables.
• Build models and perform analysis in Python or R.
• Prepare clear reports, visualizations, and briefings for university stakeholders.
• Document methods, code, assumptions, and results for reproducibility.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Coursework in data science, modeling, or machine learning.
• Proficiency in Python or R for analysis and visualization.
• Ability to clean, prepare, and analyze structured datasets.
• Strong analytical thinking, documentation habits, and teamwork.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in the minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi‑campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student‑focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co‑curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust