Data Analyst Research Internship

RA Capital Management • Boston, MA

1d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine if you had the skills, knowledge, and teammates to both understand the root of the world’s most pressing problems and build the technologies and companies best positioned to solve them. RA Capital has done exactly that for more than two decades, backing bold ideas in medicines to further human health and now expanding into Planetary Health to improve how efficiently we utilize the world’s precious resources. RA Capital is among the leading providers of capital and services to the most promising innovators in the world. We invest flexibly—seed to IPO and beyond, anywhere in the world—with $10 B+ under management and a culture that prizes curiosity, rigor, and collaborative debate. We are investors who not only fund companies but get elbow deep in building them. From helping them recruit talent to helping them recruit patients for their studies to helping match them to strategic partners and even going to Washington to win reforms, RA Capital’s large team has people with nearly every relevant expertise one might need to turn an idea into a cure that actually helps people. If you live for first-principles problem-solving with great colleagues, thrive on complexity, and want to do meaningful work that ripples across industries and ecosystems, you’ll feel at home at RA Capital. Here, questions are welcomed, ideas are tested, and victories are shared. Even our lawyers are creative and engaging. And don’t get us started on our compliance team’s wicked sense of humor; nothing about what we do is boring. Are you ready to bring your creativity, discipline and collaborative spirit to help us invent the future? Join us and you’ll collaborate daily with investors, founders, physicians, biologists, engineers, economists, and reform advocates who think in systems and act with urgency. Join us to invent a happier, healthier, more productive future - and have fun doing it. The Role The Data Analyst Intern will support the Research Team by leveraging technical skills and tools to ingest, clean, and analyze datasets, helping generate insights that inform investment and research decisions. This role will report to the Director of Research. We are looking for candidates who are excited to explore how AI can enhance their work. AI is transforming how we operate, and we are specifically seeking individuals who are proactive about experimenting with new tools, incorporating AI into workflows, and improving efficiency through automation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in data science, computer science, data analytics, engineering, or a related field
• Prior internship experience, research experience, or relevant coursework in data analysis or programming
• Working knowledge of Python (e.g., pandas) and/or SQL
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools and technologies, particularly AI-driven solutions
• Interest in identifying opportunities to automate and improve processes
• Must be based in the Boston area (no relocation provided)
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must be able to join us the week of June 1st and commit full-time for 10-12 weeks

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Sigma, Tableau, or similar) is a plus
• Interest in biotech, life sciences, or venture capital is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with sourcing, collection, curation, and structuring of scientific and financial data to support research and competitive landscape analyses
• Pull data from a variety of sources, including internal databases, third-party platforms, and public datasets
• Support efforts to identify inefficiencies in workflows and contribute to process improvements, including automation initiatives
• Collaborate with members of the TechAtlas and Investment Teams to support analyses and summarize key findings
• Contribute to quantitative data analysis projects and assist in building dashboards and visualizations
• Explore and apply AI tools to improve data workflows, analysis, and research productivity

Benefits

• Exposure to real-world projects and hands-on work
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Opportunities for professional development within a collaborative team environment
• RA sponsored lunch on designated days
• Access to RA-sponsored events, speaker series, and social activities
• Participation in wellness and community-focused initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern