ChatGPT Jobs · 4 hours ago
Data Science PhD Intern
United States
Internship
Remote
InternInstacart is a company that focuses on data science to guide its product strategy in a complex marketplace. They are seeking PhD students for a 12-week summer internship in their Data Science & Analytics team, where interns will work on inference, experimentation, and strategy within product teams.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
You will work on and own a self-contained project that tackles an ambiguous business problem, using your research and analysis toolkit, to deliver actionable recommendations and/or applied prototypes
You will take open-ended questions (e.g., "How does delivery speed affect long-term retention?" or "What is the optimal auction mechanism for new ad formats?") and structure them into solvable applied problems
Design and analyze complex experiments (e.g., switchback testing, difference-in-difference methods, quasi-experimental designs) to measure causal impact in a noisy multi-sided marketplace setting
You will synthesize your findings into strategic recommendations presented to senior leadership and cross-functional partners
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Economics, Statistics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field. Note: We typically look for students within 6-12 months of graduation who are interested in exploring full-time industry roles in the future
Strong proficiency in SQL (ability to manipulate large datasets independently)
Fluency in Python or R for statistical modeling and data analysis
Expertise in experimentation and applied statistical and machine learning methods (hypothesis testing, regression, causal inference, machine learning)
Ability to 'think on your feet,' with a demonstrated ability to break down complex, unstructured problems
Preferred
Specialized research focus in Causal Inference, Econometrics, Experimental Design, Mechanism Design/Auctions, or Optimization
Prior internship experience or work with large-scale observational data
Benefits
Mentorship: You will be paired with a Senior Data Scientist mentor who will provide technical guidance, career coaching, and support throughout your 12 weeks.
Real Impact: You will work on a specific, high-priority project.
Company
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Founded in 2024
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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