Internships in Data Science, Math, Statistics or Operations Research

MITRE

McLean (VA)

On-site

USD 47,000 - 70,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Job summary

MITRE is seeking motivated interns in data science, mathematics, statistics, or operations research to work with a team of experts on real projects across the organization. You will gain hands‑on experience in data analysis, visualization, and quantitative modeling within a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.

Qualified students must be enrolled full‑time in an accredited degree program and remain enrolled for the following semester.

Qualifications

Must be a full‑time student pursuing an accredited degree program in Data Science, Math, Statistics, Operations Research or related disciplines.
Must continue to be enrolled the semester following the internship.
Foundational knowledge of data science, math, statistics or operations research methodologies, frameworks, tools and/or programming languages.
Must have sustained excellence in academic performance.

Responsibilities

Data analysis and visualization
Augmented decision‑making and trusted analytics
Applied mathematics, statistics, and optimization
Simulation and computational analytics
Systems modeling and analysis
Operational effectiveness and efficiency
Knowledge discovery
Next‑generation data environments

Skills

Data science

Mathematics

Statistics

Operations research

Education

Data Science / Math / Statistics related degree

Job description

At MITRE, your passion fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is where your skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health, transportation, and citizen services. We’re a nonprofit engineering, applied research, and advanced technology organization working in the public interest. With objectivity and integrity at our core, we lead federally funded research and development centers for U.S. government agencies - collaborating with industry and academia to deliver integrated, high-impact solutions that advance our nation’s health, security, and prosperity. Our people tackle the toughest technical challenges, supported by competitive benefits, meaningful career development, and a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. Choose MITRE for a career with purpose - and help shape the future.

NOTE: Thank you for your interest in MITRE’s internship opportunities. Please be aware that this is not an application for a specific position. By submitting your information and providing your resume, you will be included in a pool of candidates for various internship roles across the company. If you are selected for consideration for a particular internship, a member of MITRE’s Student Programs team will reach out to you. The primary hiring season for MITRE internships runs from September through March. You can monitor your application status here: Workday (myworkdayjobs.com).

Job Responsibilities

As an intern working in data science, operations research, math or statistics, you will work alongside a team of experts to apply your knowledge and gain hands‑on experience in one or more of the following areas:
Data analysis and visualization
Augmented decision‑making and trusted analytics
Applied mathematics, statistics, and optimization
Simulation and computational analytics
Systems modeling and analysis
Operational effectiveness and efficiency
Knowledge discovery
Next‑generation data environments

Basic Qualifications

Must be a full‑time student pursuing an accredited degree program in Data Science, Math, Statistics, Operations Research or related disciplines.
Must continue to be enrolled the semester following the internship.
Foundational knowledge of data science, math, statistics or operations research methodologies, frameworks, tools and/or programming languages.
Must have sustained excellence in academic performance.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience applying data science, math, statistics or operations research concepts in an internship, research, or lab setting.
Proficiency using data science, math, statistics or operations research methodologies, frameworks, tools and/or programming languages.
Demonstrated interest in serving the public through previous work experience, volunteer activities, or other relevant engagements.

Clearance: In addition to passing MITRE’s employment background check, you may be submitted for a U.S. Government Security clearance. This is determined by the Department of Defense’s adjudicative guidelines for receiving a clearance, to include U.S. citizenship. Other jobs may require vetting for various levels of agency public trust, fitness, suitability, controlled access, and special programs access determination consistent with the work program to which you are assigned

Salary compensation range and midpoint:

$46,500 - $58,000 - $69,500 Annual

Work Location Type:

Onsite

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

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