Data Science Intern

Data Science Intern Department: Early Careers Employment Type: Internship Location: Austin, Texas Description Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Four Hands is the leading global designer and wholesaler of lifestyle home furnishings. We design, manufacture, and distribute our products and support the growing needs of large retail chains, e-commerce businesses, independent regional stores, and interior designers. Four Hands has received numerous recognition and accolades, including ranking in the Inc. 5000 list 15 times and being one of Austin's Top Workplaces for 5 years which couldn't have been possible without our employees. We are hiring a detail-oriented Data Science Intern to join our Enterprise Information Management Team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in producing meaningful insights, forecasts, and optimizing our supply chain through machine learning techniques. This position is expected to start January 2025 and continue through the entire Spring 2025 term (through April 2025). Our internships are a minimum of 10 weeks, part-time and on-site. In This Role Use machine learning and statistical methods to optimize procurement, inventory, and distribution operations Conduct "what-if" scenario analyses to support strategic decision-making Develop predictive models to optimize inventory and enhance purchasing/storage strategies Build clustering and segmentation models to identify customer/product groupings that inform inventory strategies Collaborate with various departments to address challenges that can be solved with machine learning techniques Learn and apply new tools and techniques, enhancing your technical skills and industry knowledge Uphold the Core Values and be a valuable member of the Four Hands team Other tasks as defined by Management The Ideal Person Currently pursuing a degree in a related field such as Data Science, Business Analytics, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a similar discipline Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail Understanding of SQL for data querying and manipulation Familiarity with Python and machine learning libraries (scikit-learn, etc.) Familiarity with KNIME/Alteryx a plus Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment Commitment to curiosity, continuous learning, and professional development Internship Program at Four Hands The Internship Program is aimed to provide students with hands-on experience in the area that they are most passionate about. Interns at Four Hands have the opportunity to work closely with various departments, gaining valuable knowledge about the company. The program focuses on professional development, offering mentorship from like-minded professionals and the chance to contribute to real projects. Interns are encouraged to bring innovative ideas, making the experience challenging and rewarding. This program will support the students to gain the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their future careers.