Data Scientist Intern
Pleasanton, CA - USA
Job Summary
Who We Are & Why Join Us
Avathon is the only physical AI unicorn headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area we go beyond models and dashboards we deploy AI that continuously computes across supply chains energy systems and industrial operations. Our Operational Technology platform turns fragmented data into real-time autonomous decisioning across the systems that power the global economy.
This is not digital AI. This is AI for operational reality where latency constraints and failure have real-world consequences.
Cutting-Edge AI Innovation Join a team at the forefront of AI developing groundbreaking solutions that shape the future.
High-Growth Environment Thrive in a fast-scaling startup where agility collaboration and rapid professional growth are the norm.
Meaningful Impact Work on AI-driven projects that drive real change across industries and improve lives.
Learn more at: Avathon
About the Role:
As a Data Science Intern you will be an essential contributor to our AI-driven initiatives.Youllleverageyour knowledge in statistics machine learning and programming to analyze large datasets and deliver insights that drive key business decisions. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and collaborate across multiple teams gaining valuable exposure to real-world AI applications in renewable energy supply chain and industrial operations.
You will be working closely with team members who have deep technical skills and a passion for solving complex problems with data science and machine learning.
You Will:
- Analyze complex datasets to extract actionable insights for renewable energy supply chain and industrial applications
- Develop and apply machine learning models to solvereal businesschallenges
- Apply data mining techniques statistical analysis and help build prediction systems
- Assistin feature selection data preprocessing and model optimization
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design data-driven solutions
- Create automated anomaly detection systems and track performance metrics
- Present findings and results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Contribute to product development by implementing algorithms in our platform
YoullHave:
- Currently enrolled or recently graduated with a Bachelors orMasters degree in Data Science Statistics Computer Science Mathematics Physics Engineering or a related field
- Proficiencyin programming languages such as Python or R
- A solid understanding of machine learning techniques and algorithms (regression classification clustering)
- Experience with data manipulation libraries (Pandas NumPy)
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (Matplotlib SeabornPlotly)
- Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A can-do attitude and desire to make a difference
Nice to Have:
- Familiarity with Deep Learning frameworks such as TensorFlow orPyTorch
- Experience with time series analysis and forecasting
- Knowledge ofindustrial systemsor IoT time series data
- Interest in or exposure to AI agents and agentic workflows
- Familiarity with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) concepts and LLM applications
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS GCP Azure)
- Experience with SQLor Graphdatabases
- Portfolio of projectsdemonstratingdata science skills (GitHub Kaggle etc.)
- Ability to stay for an extended co-op or full-time opportunity after internship
Coding Challenge:
As part of the interview process you will be asked to complete a technical assessment.
Salary Range: $30-$35/hour
Avathon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy genetic information disability status as a protected veteran or any other protected category under applicable federal state and local laws.
Avathon is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruiting process. If you need a reasonable accommodation please contact us to discuss how we can assist you.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Avathon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veter ... View more