Hybrid Junior Data Scientist, Research Analyst Intern

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About the role

  • Junior Data Scientist/Research Analyst Intern at Lightcast, performing quantitative research on labor market issues and supporting marketing initiatives through data insights.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze and validate labor market and workforce data to identify emerging trends and skill needs.
  • Develop clear, engaging data visualizations that translate complex data into actionable insights.
  • Support marketing and communications efforts by preparing data-driven content for reports, blogs, and media outreach.
  • Execute and refine data queries using Lightcast’s proprietary database and other public data sources; ensure data quality and accuracy.
  • Contribute to client-facing research projects in sectors such as higher education, workforce development, and human capital management.
  • Write concise, insightful summaries of research findings for both internal and external audiences.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related quantitative field.
  • Prior internship or co-op experience in research, analytics, consulting, or marketing preferred.
  • Skilled in data manipulation and analysis using tools such as SQL, R, or Python.
  • Experience building data visualizations in Tableau, Excel, PowerPoint, or R.
  • Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex findings into clear, accessible insights.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and intellectually curious — with an interest in connecting data insights to marketing and storytelling.

Job title

Junior Data Scientist, Research Analyst Intern

Job type

Experience level

Entry level

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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