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Data Science Internship Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Agentic AI Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$110K - $132K/yr

... Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Math, or related field. • Strong Python ... Academic or internship experience in machine learning, AI, or data-driven projects. • Solid ...

Agentic AI Engineer

Atlanta, GA

$110K - $132K/yr

... Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Math, or related field. • Strong Python ... Academic or internship experience in machine learning, AI, or data-driven projects. • Solid ...

... Data Scientists, Software Engineers, Architects and Business Leaders to solve real-world challenges ... Most internships expose you to one team. This experience exposes you to real business problems.

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How much do data science internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for data science internship in Atlanta, GA is $21.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.63 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on during a data science internship?

As a Data Science Intern, you may be involved in projects such as analyzing datasets to uncover trends, building and testing predictive models, or creating visual reports to help stakeholders understand key findings. Interns often support ongoing research, assist with data cleaning and preprocessing, and collaborate on team projects under the guidance of experienced data scientists. Depending on the company's focus, you might also contribute to deploying models or automating data pipelines. These tasks are designed to give you practical experience with real-world data challenges and help develop your technical and analytical skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a data science internship, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Data Science Intern, you need a solid understanding of statistics, data analysis, and programming languages such as Python or R, often supported by progress towards a degree in a quantitative field. Familiarity with tools like SQL, machine learning libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow), and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, eagerness to learn, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this role. These abilities are crucial for drawing insights from data, collaborating with technical and non-technical colleagues, and contributing meaningfully to projects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Data Science jobs in Atlanta, GA?

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What cities near Atlanta, GA are hiring for Data Science Internship jobs?

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Infographic showing various Data Science Internship job openings in Atlanta, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,014 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

$133K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

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Job description

This position is located in the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
This announcement will close at 11:59 PM, on the day that 150 applications have been received or on the closing date, whichever is first.
Qualifications:WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Basic Qualifications:
A.
Degree: Mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position.

or

B. Combination of education and experience: Courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience.

AND
Minimum Qualifications: You must have one year of specialized experience to perform successfully the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL of the following:
  • Performing data science work that requires knowledge of public health data systems, converting data, and proficiency data science;
  • Developing and analyzing structured and unstructured data; and
  • Understanding of data science methods (e.g., machine learning, natural language processing).

Documenting experience: IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience. In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact dates of each period of employment (from MM/YY to MM/YY) and the number of hours worked per week if part time. As qualification determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification. Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume.
Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational application questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
In accordance with Office of Personnel Management policy, federal employees are assumed to have gained experience by performing duties and responsibilities appropriate for their official series and grade level as described in their position description. Experience that would not normally be part of the employee's position is creditable, however, when documented by satisfactory evidence, such as a signed memorandum from the employee's supervisor or an SF-50 or SF-52 documenting an official detail or other official assignment. The documentation must indicate whether the duties were performed full time or, if part time, the "percentage of times" the other duties were performed. It is expected that this documentation is included in the employee's official personnel record. In order to receive credit for experience in your resume that is not within the official series and grade level of your official position, you must provide a copy of the appropriate documentation of such experience as indicated above.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through national Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to gain employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. If such experience is on a part-time basis, you must provide the average number of hours worked per week as well as the beginning and ending dates of the experience so it can be fully credited.
OPM Qualification General Policies WebsiteEducation:Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov.
Employment Type: OTHER