[Hiring] Data Science Summer Intern @The US Oncology Network

Role Description

The Precision Medicine Intern, under general supervision, supports the data scientists and attends data science calls. Learns about procedures, processes, and data within the department. Performs daily administrative tasks as needed. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, including the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

• Participate in data science meetings and project calls to gain exposure to real-world analytics, modeling approaches, and clinical data workflows.
• Learn and apply department procedures, processes, and data standards related to precision medicine, oncology, and healthcare analytics.
• Assist with organizing, validating, and cleaning datasets used for reporting, research, or exploratory analysis.
• Help prepare basic summaries, visualizations, or presentation materials to support ongoing projects.
• Collaborate with data scientists and cross-functional team members to support project timelines and deliverables.
• Perform daily administrative and operational tasks as needed to support the team, including tracking requests, updating documentation, and maintaining organized project files.
• Adhere to data privacy, security, and compliance requirements when handling sensitive clinical or patient-related data.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be a rising junior or senior currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Bioinformatics, Public Health, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow data standards and documentation requirements.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to summarize findings or ask clarifying questions.
• Ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Interest in healthcare, oncology, or precision medicine and the application of data to clinical or research settings.
• Understanding of, or willingness to learn, data privacy and compliance principles (e.g., HIPAA-related awareness).

Requirements

• Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to read and note appropriate measurements.
• Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• Short-term and Long-term disability coverage.
• A generous PTO program.
• A 401k plan that comes with a company match.
• A Wellness program that rewards practicing a healthy lifestyle.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• An Employee Assistance program.
• Discounts on some favorite retailers.