Data Science Intern (Summer 2027)

DraftKings Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

DraftKings Inc. in Boston is seeking a Data Science Intern to join our team, working with ML engineers on systems powering recommendations, fraud detection, and marketing optimization for millions of customers.

You will gain hands-on experience through end-to-end projects, mentorship, and exposure to Python, statistics, and version control in a fast-paced, regulated tech environment. This internship provides real-world impact and a path to future opportunities within our data science

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a four year Bachelor's Program.
• Proficiency in Python and a solid foundation in statistics.
• Experience working on collaborative technical projects, either through internships, coursework, or extracurriculars.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• A proactive mindset and curiosity to explore new tools, techniques, and technologies.
• Previous internship experience in a corporate or technical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work within complex, production-level systems to support the development and deployment of machine learning solutions.
• Learn the end-to-end process of engineering design, model development, scalable system deployment, and ongoing operations.
• Make an immediate impact by contributing to ongoing internal research and development (R&D) initiatives.
• Partner with a team mentor to onboard smoothly and navigate workflows effectively.

Skills

Python

Statistics

Team collaboration

Internship experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress

Tools

Git

Job description

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It's transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We're not waiting for the future to arrive. We're shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

The Crown Is Yours

As a Data Science Intern, you'll join a team tackling some of the most meaningful and complex challenges in the business. Working alongside experienced Machine Learning and Data Science engineers, you'll help build systems that power critical features like recommendation engines, fraud detection, and marketing optimization. You'll play a hands-on role in delivering high-impact solutions that shape the experience of millions of customers.

What You'll Do

• Work within complex, production-level systems to support the development and deployment of machine learning solutions.
• Learn the end-to-end process of engineering design, model development, scalable system deployment, and ongoing operations.
• Make an immediate impact by contributing to ongoing internal research and development (R&D) initiatives.
• Partner with a team mentor to onboard smoothly and navigate workflows effectively.

What You'll Bring

• Currently enrolled in a four year Bachelor's Program.
• Proficiency in Python and a solid foundation in statistics.
• Experience working on collaborative technical projects, either through internships, coursework, or extracurriculars.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• A proactive mindset and curiosity to explore new tools, techniques, and technologies.
• Previous internship experience in a corporate or technical setting in preferred.

Join Our Team

We're a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don't worry, we'll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.