IAE Data Science Internship - Fall 2026
About The Position
The Data Science Intern will work under the direction of Accenture Federal Services (AFS) technical leadership to support specialized programs. This internship offers an opportunity to work on meaningful data science and program management initiatives supporting broader Department of Defense (DoD) efforts. The intern will contribute to research, analysis, and the development of tools that enhance operational decision-making and resource allocation. The internship program is administered by USF Institute of Applied Engineering. Upon hire, you will be considered both a USF IAE Temporary Employee and an AFS student intern. Because this internship is partially funded by the U.S. Department of Defense and may involve access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), U.S. citizenship is required for eligibility.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required for eligibility.
- Fall & Spring Semester: 15–20 hours per week.
- Summer Semester: 20-29 hours per week.
- Internship is primarily in-person (Tampa, FL) with limited remote work opportunities.
Nice To Haves
- High potential for internship extensions and full-time employment opportunities following graduation.
Responsibilities
- Work directly alongside AFS engineers and data scientists.
- Gain hands-on experience with emerging AI and machine learning technologies.
- Build a professional portfolio of data science and software development projects.
- Contribute to research, analysis, and the development of tools that enhance operational decision-making and resource allocation.
Benefits
- medical, dental and life insurance plans
- retirement plan options
- employee and dependent tuition programs
- generous leave
- hundreds of employee perks and discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
