Graduate Intern - CX Data Science
Company: Penske
Location: Reading
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Position Summary: The CX Data Science Intern plays a pivotal role
in leveraging Statistical programming language (SAS preferred) to
analyze and derive actionable insights from data. The primary
purpose of this role is to provide the intern with hands-on
experience in applying Statistical procedures for data exploration,
hypothesis testing, and the development of predictive models. The
intern will work closely with the CX Analytics team, contributing
to the organization's analytical capabilities and aiding in the
creation of robust predictive models that enhance decision-making
processes. Major Responsibilities: Data Exploration: - Engage in
comprehensive exploratory data analysis (EDA) to understand the
characteristics, patterns, and distributions within the dataset
using SAS. - Utilize SAS procedures to uncover key insights from
raw data. Statistical Modeling: - Contribute to the development of
statistical models, with strong understanding on techniques such as
linear regression, logistic regression, and other relevant methods.
- Apply statistical methods to handle complex data structures and
relationships. Model Evaluation and Interpretation: - Assist in the
evaluation of model performance using statistical metrics and
validation techniques. - Interpret model results and communicate
findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in a quantitative graduate
program required - Currently pursuing a graduate degree in applied
statistics, mathematics, business analytics, data science. - 1 year
of good knowledge of statistical concepts using SAS experience - 1
year of Experience in building regression models in academic
projects using SAS - Understanding and application of various
machine learning algorithms for predictive modeling, including
linear regression, logistic regression, decision trees, random
forests, and gradient boosting. - Good knowledge of SAS programming
language - Strong written and verbal communication skills; good
presentation skills - Good time management and organizational
skills - Supervisory, coaching and teaching skills - Able to work
independently and within a team. - Able to manage a
cross-functional team toward a shared objective. - Regular,
predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job -
Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific
location required, complete Penske employment application, submit
to a background investigation (to include past employment,
education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.
Physical Requirements: -The physical and mental demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an associate
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions. -The associate
will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written
form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and
understand certain instructions or guidelines. -While performing
the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand,
walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to
touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The
associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to
25lbs/12kg. -Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and the ability to adjust focus. Penske is an Equal Opportunity
Employer Job Category: Other Corporate Job Family: General
Administration Address: 100 Gundy Drive Primary Location:
US-PA-Reading Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P. Req ID:
2402361
Keywords: Penske, Reading , Graduate Intern - CX Data Science, Professions , Reading, Pennsylvania
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