Summer 2026 - Data Science Intern, Research Central

The Data Science Intern for Research

The Data Science Intern for Research's Central Data Science team is an opportunity for a college student or recent grad to immerse themselves in a data role at a non-profit organization. Their work will support a pilot project that supports a national initiative by using machine learning models to build more robust datasets for research. The data science intern will work closely with the Senior Data Scientist on setting up the data and infrastructure required to enable the use of ML and AI on messy administrative data. They will gain practical experience in working with realistic datasets to enable impactful analysis on the criminal legal system. They will participate in all day-to-day team activities, ranging from project planning and execution, infrastructure discussions, code review sessions, and more. They will work directly with a senior data scientist on a range of responsibilities including data collection, document review, data prep, and analysis.

Key Accountabilities

• Document Review & Data Prep
• Automated data collection and codebase maintenance
• Data Analysis

Preferred Qualifications

The current tech stack uses the following technologies and working familiarity in the following is preferred:

Work Location

Please note this role will report to our Brooklyn, NY office. Vera employees adhere to a hybrid schedule and are in-office on an alternating schedule that generally amounts to 10 days per month.

Compensation

The compensation range for this position is $17.00-$25.00. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience and performance.

Application Instructions

ATTN: People, Place, and Culture / [JOBTITLE] Vera Institute of Justice 34 35th St, Suite 4-2A, Brooklyn, NY 11232 Fax: (212) 941-9407

Please use only one method (online, mail or fax) of submission. No phone calls, please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Vera is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status. Vera works to advance justice, particularly racial justice, in an increasingly multicultural country and globally connected world. We value diverse experiences, including with regard to educational background and justice system contact, and depend on a diverse staff to carry out our mission. For more information about Vera, please visit www.vera.org .