Data Scientist Intern

About Eye Spy Foundation:

The Eye Spy Foundation is building a more accessible digital future for the blind and low-vision community through EyeSpy.org, the one-stop shop for accessibility resources. We’re looking for a Data Scientist Intern to help us analyze and construct data-driven models that will shape our understanding of the community and accelerate our mission.

This hands-on, collaborative internship will give you experience in applying data science to social impact projects, including market analysis and persona development. You’ll work on:

Blind and Low Vision Market Overview & Analysis (US/Global):
Analyze and compile data to provide a comprehensive market overview of the blind and low-vision community, both within the U.S. and globally. This will involve identifying trends, assessing needs, and delivering actionable insights to inform strategy.

Marketing Persona Quantitative Backing:
Assist in constructing robust marketing personas backed by data science. You’ll analyze demographic, psychographic, and behavioral data to refine our understanding of key audiences, ensuring our marketing efforts are data-driven and impactful.

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL).
• Experience with machine learning techniques, predictive modeling, and statistical analysis.
• Strong understanding of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI, Matplotlib).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Passion for using data to drive social impact and inclusion.

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience analyzing real-world data and building models for social good.
• Opportunity to contribute to a market overview of the blind and low-vision community, a key project that drives our mission.
• Experience in developing marketing personas and learning how to use data science to shape effective marketing strategies.
• The chance to make a real-world impact in the nonprofit sector.

This unpaid internship can be used for college credit, and we’ll work with your school to meet any requirements. If you're excited to apply your data science skills in a meaningful way, apply today!

Additional Notes: We’re happy to provide formal offer letters for students using OPT or CPT. Please check with your college or university for any approval steps required on their end.