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Data Intern

The New York City Council’s Data Team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Data Intern to support our efforts in managing, processing, and automating the flow of data to improve efficiency and transparency within the Council. As a member of our team, you will work on impactful projects that involve organizing, summarizing, and automating data processes, using advanced tools and techniques in data manipulation, automation, and natural language processing (NLP).

SALARY RANGE:

Hourly rate of $31.04

Why Join Us:

  • Make an impact: Contribute to the City Council’s mission to improve transparency, accessibility, and efficiency through effective data management.
  • Learn from experts: Gain exposure to government data management while working with a talented team of data professionals and technology specialists.
  • Enhance your skills: Build practical skills in data automation, NLP, and data summarization while working on real-world challenges in government.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Data Collection & Management: Gather and organize data from various sources such as emails, documents, and online repositories.
  • Data Summarization: Process and summarize large datasets, documents, and communications into concise and actionable information.
  • Automation: Develop scripts to automate repetitive tasks, such as data input, organization, and transformation.
  • System Integration: Work on integrating data into existing systems and ensuring its accuracy and accessibility.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the data team and other stakeholders to ensure that data is processed efficiently and accurately.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Enrollment in a degree program in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills and interest in working with data to solve problems.
  • Experience with programming and scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
  • Familiarity with data extraction, web scraping, data manipulation, or working with structured/unstructured data.
  • Some experience with a strong desire to learn pipeline engineering for natural language processing (NLP) and large language models (LLMs) (e.g., Llama, DeepSeek, Falcon, Mistral), including prompt engineering, and optimization techniques.
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to document and present data-driven insights.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience with automation or scripting to improve workflows preferred.
  • Exposure to automation of large language models (LLMs) or similar technologies for data processing and summarization.
  • Experience and/or desire to work with public sector data & government is a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

New York City residency required within 90 days of appointment.

For eligible employees, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans, deferred compensation plans, group life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, training resources, health & fitness reimbursement and wellness programs are also available.

The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should forward a cover letter and resume to:

E-MAIL:         counciljobs@council.nyc.gov   

MAIL:             New York City Council

Attn: Personnel Services/Recruiting (LEGINT)

250 Broadway, 26th Floor

New York, New York 10007

FAX:               12124014711

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The New York City Council is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.