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Summer Intern, Data Science (AXS)

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AEG

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • Los Angeles

AI generated summary

  • You must be pursuing an MS in a relevant field, have prior related experience, strong Python and SQL skills, and a desire to learn about the sports and entertainment industry.
  • You will create and optimize data models, analyze statistics, assist in refining machine learning techniques, and explore innovative data science opportunities to drive business growth.

Requirements

  • To be eligible for this internship you must be a current student pursuing an MS degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.
  • You have prior experience from internships, work, or projects in a related field
  • Experience with cloud computing platforms such as Databricks or Snowflake is a plus
  • Highly organized, resourceful, and dependable, with excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills
  • Strong programming proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.
  • Solid understanding of machine learning concepts and mathematical optimization, with a keen interest in applying these methods to solve practical business issues.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Desire to learn more about the sports and entertainment industry
  • The AEG Internship Program requires a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week during the summer.

Responsibilities

  • Support team by creating and maintaining data models that recommend prices and detect ticket scalpers
  • Understand and optimize existing models using statistical analysis and machine learning
  • Build data models that help solve high-impact business questions
  • Partner closely with the data science mentor to complete and present a final project
  • Assist in refining machine learning models, utilizing mathematical optimization for music recommendations and fraud detection
  • Proactively explore and identify innovative data science opportunities that drive business growth and enhance the company's strategic decision-making

FAQs

What type of degree is required for the Data Science intern position?

To be eligible for this internship, applicants must be current students pursuing an MS degree in Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.

Is prior experience required for the internship?

Yes, candidates should have prior experience from internships, work, or projects in a related field.

What programming languages should I be proficient in for this position?

Strong programming proficiency in Python and SQL is required, along with experience in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization.

Are there specific tools or platforms I should be familiar with?

Experience with cloud computing platforms such as Databricks or Snowflake is a plus.

What hours are expected for the intern position?

The AEG Internship Program requires a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week during the summer.

What are some key responsibilities of the Data Science intern?

Responsibilities include creating and maintaining data models, optimizing existing models, building data models to solve business questions, and exploring innovative data science opportunities.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Los Angeles, California, and requires on-site attendance.

What is the pay scale for this internship?

The pay scale for the Data Science intern position is $19.00 to $21.00 per hour.

What opportunities will I have for professional development during the internship?

Interns will have access to real-world data, networking opportunities with professionals, resume review with AEG Talent Acquisition, and the chance to gain knowledge in the sports and entertainment industry.

Will I work independently or collaborate with others during the internship?

Interns will collaborate closely with their data science mentor as well as business operations teams to drive efficiencies and provide actionable insights.

World’s leading sports and entertainment company – Delivering experiences that inspire athletes, teams, artists and fans

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

From epic concerts to premier music festivals to heart-stopping sporting events, AEG has been giving the world reason to cheer for more than 20 years. Headquartered in Los Angeles, CA, we are the world’s leading sports and live entertainment company and operate on five continents, entertaining over 160 million guests annually through our worldwide network of more than 300 venues, powerful sports franchises and music brands, integrated entertainment districts and global sponsorship activations. We strive to form a perfect balance between creative excellence and business excellence and work diligently to build a diverse environment that celebrates inclusion and rewards collaboration and success. Our accomplishments are born from a spirit of teamwork that enables us to deliver incredible events year after year. If you want to join a winning team where you will be challenged to up your game, AEG is the place for you. AEG is proud to have earned a 100% score on the Human Rights Campaign’s 2019 Corporate Equality Index, a national benchmarking tool on corporate policies and practices pertinent to LGBTQ employees that awarded us the distinction of “Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality,” and to be a part of the AARP Employer Pledge Program, recognizing the skills and experience of all workers, regardless of age.

Culture & Values

  • People

    and inspire them to be the best they can be

  • Partners

    who act with integrity and endeavor to create enduring value

  • Portfolio

    of industry-leading brands that continually transform the way the world experiences sports and live entertainment

  • Fans

    by delivering events that become memorable life experiences

  • Communities

    and strive to be a responsible citizen wherever we operate

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer generous paid time off benefits - including vacation, personal and sick time, holidays and leave for new parents – combined with a number of unpaid leave opportunities to support a healthy balance of work and personal responsibilities.

  • Medical & Dental

    We care about the health of our employees. We provide various options for medical and dental coverage, provide drug prescription coverage with all medical plan options, and give you the opportunity for tax savings through flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.

  • Culture

    Technology may promote greater efficiency and effectiveness at work, but it's the people that breathe life into AEG and make it unique. We come from different backgrounds, speak different languages, listen, compromise and work together to entertain the world one show, concert, event, exhibition, game and performance at a time.

  • Retirement

    We offer the AEG 401(k) Retirement Plan that allows employees to save for retirement using pre-tax contributions. The plan also includes matching contributions from AEG.

  • Wellness Program

    We promote the health and wellness of employees by offering discounted fitness classes, seminars, health fairs, among others.

  • Commuter Programs

    We offer employees the opportunity to use pre-tax earnings to cover certain public transportation costs through its Commuter Program.