Job Description
Are you in your penultimate year of study and looking to work in a fast‑paced, global, market‑leading company for your industrial placement? Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for a Data Science Intern to join our talented team in our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester for 12 months starting in Summer 2026.
The Role Overview
As a Data Science Intern, you will work closely with our experienced team of Data Scientists to support the research and development of both traditional and cutting‑edge machine learning algorithms for use with current and future product ranges.
Here At ITL, We Offer
* Hands‑on experience with real‑world projects
* Mentorship and training from experienced professionals
* Opportunities to network and grow within the field of data science
* A supportive and collaborative work environment
* Potential for a full‑time offer upon successful completion of the internship
* Suitable for a student in their penultimate year of university who is eager to learn and maximise the experience of working with professionals in their chosen field
Your Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the data science team to design, implement, and optimise machine‑learning models
* Analyse large datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and insights that drive business decisions
* Develop and test algorithms for machine learning, statistical analysis, or data visualisation
* Assist in cleaning, transforming, and preparing data for analysis
* Create dashboards and reports to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders
* Stay up‑to‑date with the latest developments in data science and AI technologies
Qualifications
An undergraduate working towards a degree in either Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or a similar related subject. You must be in your penultimate year of study.
Skills And Experience
* A solid understanding of machine‑learning techniques and algorithms
* Experience programming in Python or similar tools
* Excellent communication skills and analytical mindset with a practical approach to problem solving
Your Package & Perks
* A competitive salary
* Flexible working hours
* 32 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year
* Educational sponsorship
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Healthcare insurance (including dental)
* Wellbeing support
* Life insurance
* Income protection insurance
* Free secure parking
* On‑site electric car charging points
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme
* Informal dress code
* Paid breaks, with premium free hot drinks
Equal Opportunity
We are a disability‑confident employer and will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria who state they have a disability within their application.
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