Description

Description As a Data Science Intern at Kapitus, you'll support predictive modeling, data analysis, and explore analytics opportunities across various business domains. Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies and third-party data sources while working closely with our team. Ideal candidates are pursuing a PhD in quantitative disciplines, have a GPA of 3.5+, and possess a strong commitment to learning and detail-oriented analytical skills. Join us for a dynamic internship, where you'll make a real impact on data science in the financial industry. What you will do: Working closely with Predictive Modeling team and provide data analysis and support for modeling initiatives. Data visualization and/or predictive modeling on one or more Kapitus business domains, such as credit risk, marketing, collection, fraud, operation, or customer service. Supporting in-flight analytics use case projects, data exploration to evaluate ideas for new analytics use case opportunities. Other ongoing data analytics work as needed. Depending on the intern’s skills and time available, work may also include: Work with Experian Sandbox Big Data Platform. Acquisition and assessment of third-party available data sources (e.g., data from the Federal Reserve, US Census, Data.gov, USPS, Google Maps, etc.). What we are looking for: Pursuing a PhD degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related quantitative discipline. Minimum GPA of 3.5. Not afraid of learning, providing feedback and to be given feedback on performance. Detail oriented with good presentation skills. Analytical capabilities being able to see things differently than others with substance and relevance. Company Mission: At Kapitus, we strive to empower every business to succeed by providing the best financing options when they need it and how they need it. Whether we are working with a business directly or through a strategic partner, we will work diligently to provide the most convenient, cost- effective and appropriate financing solution for a business’s needs. We promise to keep the best interests of our clients at the center of the financing process by operating with transparency, fairness, and integrity. We will continue to empower small businesses to make educated financial decisions, as we have since our inception in 2006. About Kapitus: Kapitus is one of the most reliable and respected names in small business financing. As both a direct lender and a marketplace built with a trusted network of lending partners, we can provide small businesses the financing they need when, and how it is needed. We have spent the past 15 years building a culture that makes us excited to come to work in the morning. Our company is fast-paced, teammates need to be self-directed and have an internal motivation to do the right thing, even when the right thing takes a lot of hard work. We show our teammates our appreciation by offering great benefits, competitive pay, and solid opportunity for growth. Please Note: Consideration will be given to qualified remote candidates residing in states where Kapitus and/or one of its subsidiaries has an established physical presence

Role and Responsibilities

• What you will do: Working closely with Predictive Modeling team and provide data analysis and support for modeling initiatives. Data visualization and/or predictive modeling on one or more Kapitus business domains, such as credit risk, marketing, collection, fraud, operation, or customer service. Supporting in-flight analytics use case projects, data exploration to evaluate ideas for new analytics use case opportunities. Other ongoing data analytics work as needed. Depending on the intern’s skills and time available, work may also include: Work with Experian Sandbox Big Data Platform. Acquisition and assessment of third-party available data sources (e.g., data from the Federal Reserve, US Census, Data.gov, USPS, Google Maps, etc.).