dsm-firmenich

Data Science Intern

dsm-firmenich

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Location Type: Office

Location: PrincetonNew JerseyUnited States

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Salary

💰 $23 - $26 per hour

Job Level

About the role

  • Preparing AI-ready datasets (e.g. linked molecule data, harmonization of clinical trial related datasets, opportunity to design user-relevant clinical data management processes as part of an expert FAIR data), including feature engineering and data quality checks; conduct analysis, and exploratory research across active projects.
  • Train, evaluate, and fine-tune machine learning models under guidance from senior scientists.
  • Implement and test ML algorithm or small prototypes to support ongoing research.
  • Contribute to model performance reporting, experiment tracking, and clear documentation.

Requirements

  • Currently working on completion of a Bachelor’s or Master’s or PhD degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Physics, Cheminformatics, or a related field.
  • Candidates must be available to work full-time on-site beginning on June 1, 2026 to August 14, 2026.
  • Strong coding skills in Python and/or R, SAS, with experience using common data science libraries.
  • Familiarity with cloud platform such as AWS, Azure for data processing or model development.
  • Solid understanding of machine learning fundamentals and experience working with real-world datasets is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
Benefits
  • Gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills that prepare you for a successful career.
  • Connect with professionals and peers in a company where sustainability drives every decision and action.
  • Join a community that values and respects every individual—regardless of background, beliefs, or identity.
  • Work in an environment that encourages open-mindedness, learning, and collaboration to create a better future together.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
PythonRSASmachine learningfeature engineeringdata quality checksdata analysisexploratory researchmodel performance reportingexperiment tracking
Soft skills
communicationinterpersonal skillsversatilityflexibilitywillingness to work under changing priorities