Intern - Data Scientist - Chicago, United States - UL Solutions

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Data Science Intern - Uses advanced mathematical and statistical concepts and theories to collect and analyze data and construct solutions to complex business problems. Performs advanced statistical analysis
on experimental or business data to identify, validate and quantify trends or patterns based on
guidance from business or research leaders. Constructs advanced predictive models,
algorithms and probability engines to support data analysis or product functions; verifies
model and algorithm effectiveness based on real-world results. Designs experiments and
methodologies to generate and collect data for business use.
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies what data is available and relevant, including internal and external data
  sources, leveraging new data collection processes such as sensors, open data, and
  social media feeds.
• Designs experiments, tests hypotheses, and builds models to explore complex
  business and safety science systems.
• Conducts data analyses using traditional and complex statistical methods. Designs
  algorithms and implements software to perform analyses.
• Aggregates, transforms and integrates multiple data sets to test hypothesis, model
  complex systems and identify patterns. Prepares and analyzes program/model output
  to allow for efficient data analysis.
• Transforms complex data and results into creative graphs, tables, charts and other
  graphics to present and/or share the data in a compelling and concise manner.
• Writes methodology, analysis and data insights for research papers, proposals and
  presentations. Synthesizes all aspects of a data science project to lead non-technical
  audiences through the goals, methods and implications of the project.
• Works with business leaders and researchers to suggest other projects and initiatives
  that will advance the organizations goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Working towards a University Degree (Equivalent to Bachelor's degree or Master's) in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related discipline plus generally 3-5 years of experience
  in statistical analysis or data science.
• Some experience working with R, SAS, Java or Python
  programming language. Some experience manipulating large datasets
  and using databases with experience in general purpose programming language
  such as Hadoop.
• Ability to develop solutions to loosely defined business or research problems by
  leveraging pattern detection over large data sets.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with technical and nontechnical
  internal and stakeholders.
• Ability to organize, analyze and correlate data information.

What you'll experience working at UL:

• Mission: For UL, corporate and social responsibility isn't new. Making the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place has been our business model for the last 129 years and is deeply engrained in everything we do.
• People: Ask any UL employee what they love most about working here, and you'll almost always hear, "the people." Going beyond what is possible is the standard at UL. We're able to deliver the best because we employ the best.
• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here as we eagerly anticipate the next innovation that our customers' create. We're inspired to take on the challenge that will transform how people live, work and play. And as a global company, in many roles, you will get international experience working with colleagues around the world.
• Grow & achieve: We learn, work and grow together with targeted development, reward and recognition programs as well as our very own UL University that offers extensive training programs for employees at all stages, including a technical training track for applicable roles.
• Total Rewards: All employees at UL are eligible for bonus compensation. UL offers a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Additionally, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. We provide Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts and Health Savings Accounts that UL contributes to twice per year Depending on your role, you can work with your manager on flexible working arrangements. We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off.

Learn More:
Working at UL is an exciting journey that twists and turns daily. We thrive in the twists and revel in the turns. This is our every day. This is our normal.
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ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security, and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth.
The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission.
We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future.
From the adoption of electrification to the enablement of 5G and new mobility, we collectively look toward new frontiers, working for a safer world. Our science is your advantage.
Mission: Working for a safer world