{"id":1083,"date":"2026-03-31T08:48:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T12:48:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/council.nyc.gov\/jobs\/?page_id=1083"},"modified":"2026-04-02T14:40:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T18:40:35","slug":"data-intern-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/council.nyc.gov\/jobs\/data-intern-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Data Intern"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The New York City Council\u2019s Data Team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Data Science Intern to support our work in analyzing and interpreting data to inform policy and improve transparency within the Council. As a member of our team, you will contribute to impactful projects involving data cleaning, statistical analysis, and data visualization using real-world government datasets. You will also assist in summarizing findings and conducting research to support data-driven decision-making.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Join Us:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make an impact:<\/strong>\u00a0Contribute to the City Council\u2019s mission to improve transparency, accessibility, and efficiency through data-driven insights.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Learn from experts:<\/strong>\u00a0Gain exposure to government data management while working with a talented team of data professionals and technology specialists.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enhance your skills:<\/strong>\u00a0Build practical experience in data analysis, statistics, and visualization while working on real-world government challenges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>SALARY RANGE<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p>Hourly rate of $32.05<\/p>\n<p><strong>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Data Collection &amp; Cleaning:<\/strong>\u00a0Gather, clean, and organize data from sources such as administrative datasets, reports, and open data portals to ensure accuracy and usability.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Data Analysis:<\/strong>\u00a0Conduct exploratory data analysis and basic statistical analyses to identify trends, patterns, and key insights.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Data Visualization:<\/strong>\u00a0Create clear and compelling visualizations (e.g., charts, graphs) to communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reporting &amp; Insights:<\/strong>\u00a0Summarize findings into concise write-ups, presentations, or memos to support decision-making.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Research &amp; Literature Review:<\/strong>\u00a0Assist with background research and literature reviews to contextualize data findings and support policy-related projects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Data Validation:<\/strong>\u00a0Perform quality checks to identify inconsistencies, missing data, or errors and improve overall data reliability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enrollment in a degree program in Statistics, Data Science, or a related field.<\/li>\n<li>Experience with programming languages such as R or Python.<\/li>\n<li>Strong analytical skills, including exposure to statistical concepts (e.g., regression, hypothesis testing), and an interest in using data to solve problems.<\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with data extraction methods (e.g., APIs, web scraping), data manipulation, and working with structured and unstructured data.<\/li>\n<li>Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.<\/li>\n<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills to document and present data-driven insights.<\/li>\n<li>Eagerness to learn and grow in a data-focused role.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Preferred Qualifications:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Experience and\/or desire to work with public sector data &amp; government is a plus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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 <a href=\"mailto:EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov\">EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>HOW TO APPLY:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Qualified candidates should forward a cover letter, resume and writing sample to<strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>E-MAIL: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"mailto:counciljobs@council.nyc.gov\">counciljobs@council.nyc.gov<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>MAIL:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>New York City Council<\/p>\n<p>Attn: Personnel Services\/Recruiting (DATAINT)<\/p>\n<p>250 Broadway, 26th Floor<\/p>\n<p>New York, New York 10007<\/p>\n<p><strong>FAX:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12124014711<\/p>\n<p>While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.<\/p>\n<p><strong>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&#8217;s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The New York City Council\u2019s Data Team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Data Science Intern to support our work in analyzing and interpreting data to inform policy and improve transparency within the Council. 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