Paid Data Science Intern: AI & Analytics in Insurance

National Life Group; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10-week paid internship

Mentorship program

Networking opportunities

Cross‑Departmental project

Presentation skills coaching sessions

Job summary

National Life Group in Addison, TX is seeking a Data Science Intern to join its AI Center of Excellence. You will gain hands‑on experience applying data science techniques to real business challenges, from predictive modeling to evaluating generative AI solutions.

You'll work on datasets, build Python and SQL workflows, prototype AI applications, and learn responsible AI practices under mentorship, with a 10‑week paid internship and cross‑department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, data science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python, with experience using data analysis or machine‑learning libraries such as pandas and scikit‑learn. Exposure to Apache Spark, PyTorch, or TensorFlow is a plus.
• Working knowledge of SQL, including querying, joining, and aggregating data to prepare and validate datasets for analysis and modeling.
• Familiarity with foundational statistical and machine‑learning concepts, including regression, classification, model evaluation, and hypothesis testing.
• Coursework or projects integrating generative AI APIs into software is a plus.
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn about the real‑world application of both modern AI technologies and foundational statistical methods.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, explore, and validate datasets and features for life insurance and annuity use cases.
• Support the development and evaluation of statistical and machine‑learning models, comparing results with established baselines and investigating errors and limitations.
• Help design experiments and analyze business outcomes using appropriate comparisons, sound statistical methods, and clear measures of success.
• Develop reusable Python and SQL workflows, including validation checks and documentation that allow others to review and reproduce the work.
• Prototype and evaluate generative AI applications, assessing output quality, source support, failure modes, and practical business usefulness.
• Apply responsible AI and data‑handling practices, including appropriate treatment of sensitive information and validation of AI‑generated outputs.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to technical and business audiences.

Skills

Python

SQL

Pandas

Scikit-learn

Apache Spark

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Communication

Teamwork

Statistics

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in CS/Data Science/Math/Statistics

Tools

Python

SQL

Pandas

Scikit-learn

Apache Spark

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

National Life Group in Addison, TX is seeking a Data Science Intern to join its AI Center of Excellence. You will gain hands‑on experience applying data science techniques to real business challenges, from predictive modeling to evaluating generative AI solutions.

You'll work on datasets, build Python and SQL workflows, prototype AI applications, and learn responsible AI practices under mentorship, with a 10‑week paid internship and cross‑department collaboration.