Intern - Data Science

FedEx Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Job summary

FedEx Corporation is offering a Summer 2027 internship in Memphis, focusing on data science applications to improve logistics and operations. The role requires students or recent grads in quantitative fields, with opportunities to work on Python, R, SQL, and visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

Interns will support data-driven insights, dashboards, and predictive modeling, while collaborating across teams and attending networking events.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student or recent graduate (within 6 months) with GPA >= 3.0.
• Degree in Computer Science, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or related quantitative field.

Responsibilities

• Present and deliver long-term solutions impacting business and customer experience.
• Participate in networking and community service events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Predictive analytics

Machine learning

Education

Quantitative discipline degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

As a FedEx Intern, you will be working on projects gaining you valuable, real-world experience in a professional environment as it relates to your field of study.

Essential Functions

• Present and deliver long-term solutions that will have significant impacts to the business and/or customer experience.
• Participates in various networking and/or community service events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

Currently enrolled student or recent college graduate (within 6 months of graduation) at a college/university obtaining a 3.0 GPA or higher.

Degree: Computer Science, Operations Research, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or related quantitative discipline.

Minimum Experience

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to work productively and proactively, both independently and as a part of a team.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills.

Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities, while maintaining a high attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.

Verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with across business units and to all levels of management.

Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Python, R, SQL, predictive analytics, machine learning, AI, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau. Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills preferred.

Support data science initiatives by analyzing large datasets, developing predictive models, creating dashboards, and identifying trends. Apply data-driven insights to improve logistics, operations, and business decision-making.

Pay Transparency:

Resumes should include an email address, telephone number, college/university, degree, major, GPA, and intended graduation date (month and year).

Immigration sponsorship is not available for intern positions. Sponsorship may be available for full-time, exempt positions depending on the role and federal regulations. Sponsorship is never guaranteed.

Pay:

$25/hour for undergraduate students and $30/hour for graduate students. A $2,000 stipend is available for those relocating over 50 miles for an on-site or hybrid internship experience.

Additional Details:

Summer 2027 Internship: June 7–August 13, 2027. Must be available to work 40 hours/week for 10 weeks. The desired location is Memphis, TN. Candidates must reside within a 50-mile radius or be willing to relocate.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)