Data Science Intern, Viasat Government
About The Position
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team. We are excited for a summer intern to join our team! You will work with the Viasat Government Product Management team to: Develop data pipelines that allow data ingestion and data management Draw new insights from network and user equipment data Develop dashboards that describe the insights and operationalizes the underlying data Collaborate with network engineers, cyber experts, and customer account managers to gain knowledge of customer needs and Viasat capabilities The day-to-day Create, track, and refine customer metrics and insights Develop data backend functions, data management pipelines, and insights dashboards Determine appropriate data models and algorithms to accurately capture experience outcomes and insights Internship Program Details: You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility. To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable
Requirements
- Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer science, data science, engineering or related field
- To be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2026 and August 2027
- Internship Dates: You must be available to work 40 hours/week for the full duration of the internship program as outlined in the cohort dates below. Limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars: Cohort 1: May 18, 2026 – August 14, 2026 Cohort 2: June 22, 2026 – September 18, 2026
- Citizenship: This position requires U.S. citizenship
- Additional: Data analysis and dashboarding experience
- Experience in Python, C, or R programming
- Be a self-starter who takes initiatives, collaborates with team mates from across the organization, and provides regular updates on task progression
Nice To Haves
- Strong communication skills to describe complex data and simplify messaging around insights and experiences
- Organizational skills in tracking tasks, prioritizing daily work, and documenting progress
Responsibilities
- Create, track, and refine customer metrics and insights
- Develop data backend functions, data management pipelines, and insights dashboards
- Determine appropriate data models and algorithms to accurately capture experience outcomes and insights
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
