FAQs
What is the duration of the Data Science Intern position?
The internship is for a duration of 12-13 weeks.
What are the internship start dates?
There are two cohorts: Cohort 1 runs from May 20th, 2025 – August 15th, 2025, and Cohort 2 runs from June 17th, 2025 – September 12th, 2025.
Is housing assistance offered to interns?
Yes, housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.
What educational qualifications are required for this internship?
Candidates should be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
What is the expected graduation date for applicants?
Applicants must have a final graduation date that falls between December 2025 and June 2026.
Which programming languages should candidates be familiar with?
Candidates should have experience with programming languages such as Python, R, or similar.
Do interns work on-site or remotely?
Interns are expected to work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of the internship, although a flexible work environment may be available based on individual roles and teams.
Are there specific skills that will help an intern succeed in this role?
Yes, curiosity for all things data, an understanding that simple models can be useful, and exposure to Generative AI and its applications will help interns succeed.
What is the pay range for this internship role?
The hourly pay range for this internship is $20.91 - $56.97, with specific higher rates for certain areas like San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area, and New York City metropolitan area.
What type of projects will the intern be working on?
The intern will work on developing machine learning models, analyzing and interpreting data sets, participating in the development of Generative AI models, and assisting in model deployment and maintenance.