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Student Internships in Data Science

Applications for the 2026 Summer Internship Experience are Currently Closed

The 2026 Internship Application Period is now closed. Announcements for 2027 internship experiences are planned to be made in February 2027. Any questions can be directed to Nick Koziol, CoE-DSAI Business and Communications Manager, by email at n.koziol@rochester.edu.

About the Opportunity

Data Science internships for undergraduate and graduate students of the University of Rochester are paid through the New York State Center of Excellence (CoE) in Data Science. The internship experience is created in collaboration with our company partners.

  • The CoE Internship Program supports small businesses (organizations with under 100 employees) and startups in New York by:
    • Funding a 2 month summer internship experience that assists in reaching a data science business objectives
    • This experience provides positive economic impact in New York State
    • Companies and Organizations seeking to be a part of this program can find out more on our Internship Partnership Program website

Student Benefits

  • The Center of Excellence in Data Science provides a paid two-month summer internship with a University and center partnership organization
  • Experience in working for a New York State-based company utilizing skills and methods learned in coursework by solving real-world data science problems
  • Depending on the company and position description, intern assignments will be completed either through on-site, virtual or hybrid means

Student Expectations

This program is available because of a partnership created between the University of Rochester, The Center of Excellence in Data Science and a New York State company or organization. As a student intern you are representing not only yourself but the University or Rochester, and the Center of Excellence in Data Science. Your actions can have direct effect on the reputation of these entities and the future relationships. Please keep this in mind when considering this program and before accepting any opportunity should you be offered it.

  • Applicants are expected to read the following Greene Center Article
  • Applicants must be full-time University of Rochester students in good standing at the time of the internship experience
  • Interns will be expected to report back to the CoE on the experience through a survey at the end of the internship
  • Companies will also be giving feedback on student performance and the economic impact on New York State
  • The CoE wants to highlight your success! Interns and companies will be asked to participate in various opportunities to help promote the future growth of the program through social media

2026 Internship Timeline

  • June 1: Internship Experience begins (anticipated start date for most companies)

  • August 28: Intern Evaluations Form sent to interns

  • September 4: 2026 Intern Evaluation Forms Due back from Companies and Students

2027 Summer Internship Program

Partnerships for the 2027 Internship are planned to be announced in February 2027.

All questions about the CoE’s Summer Internship Program can be directed to Nick Koziol at n.koziol@rochester.edu