Data Scientist Intern

IBM

IBM

Data Science

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Posted on Apr 14, 2026
Introduction

we bring together innovation, collaboration, and expertise to help clients solve their most complex business challenges. Working across industries and geographies, you’ll partner with colleagues, clients, and partners to co-create solutions that drive digital transformation and lasting impact.Success in Global Sales is built on curiosity, empathy, and collaboration. You’ll connect technical understanding with strong people skills, building trusted relationships and shaping solutions that improve business and society. With world-class onboarding, continuous learning, and a supportive culture, IBM offers the tools and opportunities to grow your career. Join us and be part of a global team that’s passionate about driving innovation and making a difference.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Student/Intern: Generalist, you will be employed by IBM as part of your academic program or during university breaks. This role is designed for students who are looking to gain professional experience while pursuing their education. Your primary responsibilities will include: • Assist with projects: You will contribute to various projects and tasks, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to different aspects of the business. This is an opportunity to learn and develop your skills in a professional setting. • Support teams: You will work alongside experienced professionals, supporting them in their daily tasks and learning from their expertise. This will help you build relationships and gain insight into different roles within the organization. • Participate in learning opportunities: As a student/intern, you will have access to various learning resources and training programs. You will participate in these opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills, preparing you for future roles.

Required education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise

* Bachelor’s degree in STEM
* Working knowledge of AI/ML fundamentals; experience creating AI agents
* Fluency in creating quantitative models in Excel

* Experience with SQL and relational databases; ability to with extract large data sets, apply data science tools and use AI to create new insights that are displayed in interactive dashboards
* Familiarity with building dashboards & UI components
* Fluent in English

Preferred technical and professional experience

* Proficiency in Python
* Built personal projects involving automation, dashboards, or data apps
* Prior internship or hackathon experience in AI/ML or data analytics

Years of Experience:
0 - 1

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