Data Science Associate (Governance)

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. • Lake Mary, FL

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About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Data Science Associate to support Compliance, Legal, Assurance, and Governance functions by embedding data analytics into compliance, risk, and controls activities across the organization. This early‑career role is designed for candidates interested in applying data science, automation, and emerging technologies to improve assurance effectiveness, enhance control monitoring, and advance the use of continuous, risk‑focused oversight.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Data Analytics, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Experience with at least one modern programming language; Python preferred
• Working knowledge of data analysis tools, databases, and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to interpret technical and business documentation and communicate findings effectively
• Adaptable, curious, and proactive mindset with interest in a 1–2 year development experience
• Ability to meet physical requirements including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25–50 pounds in varying environments

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to Compliance, Legal, Internal Audit, risk management, and controls assurance processes
• Hands-on experience applying data science to real-world business, governance and compliance challenges
• Development of analytics, automation, and continuous monitoring solutions
• Experience working cross-functionally with different teams
• Mentorship and professional development within assurance and analytics disciplines

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute data analytics to support compliance reviews, audits, governance and testing
• Support planning, risk assessments, fieldwork, reporting, and continuous monitoring through analytics
• Build repeatable and scalable analytics routines to increase testing coverage, and dashboarding visualization; organize Intranet, policies and procedures and enhance efficiency of such processes
• Apply automation and analytics tools including Python, Power BI, Microsoft tools, and GenAI-enabled applications
• Support Compliance, J‑SOX and controls assurance activities through data extraction, testing, evidence analysis, and remediation validation
• Evaluate control design and operating effectiveness using data-driven techniques
• Ensure analytics are traceable, defensible, and aligned with assurance standards
• Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, Internal Audit, Finance, IT and Operations, stakeholders
• Comply with all security, ethics, confidentiality, and data governance requirements
• Support development of reusable analytics, templates, and documentation to scale analytics capabilities
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within Compliance, Legal, Assurance and Governance related functions
• Communicate findings clearly and effectively with peers, management, and stakeholders
• Maintain the highest level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Perform other related duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed