Data Scientist Internship Summer 2026

Job Description

Data Scientist Internship Summer 2026 | BAE Systems

The Tone:
This is a Data Scientist Internship at BAE Systems, located in Sterling Heights, MI, York, PA, or Stafford, VA. BAE Systems is an innovator in the next generation of combat vehicles, contributing to the defense industry. This role offers the opportunity to work on projects that make a big impact and protect what matters. As part of the nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, you will gain practical experience, engage in career development, and network within a company committed to your growth.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Sterling Heights, MI, York, PA, or Stafford, VA
• Pay: $46437–$62721 yearly
• Team: Combat Mission Systems team, collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering, finance, and manufacturing.
• Mission: Extract insights from data, build predictive models, and help teams make data-driven decisions to support various business areas.
• Tech Stack: Python, R, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, Microsoft Office Suite (Powerpoint, Word, Excel)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Data Preparation: Collect, clean, and preprocess data for analysis.
• Model Development: Build and evaluate machine learning models.
• Statistical Analysis: Perform statistical analysis to uncover trends and patterns within data.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and objectives.
• Reporting & Presentation: Assist in creating data visualizations and reports, and present development status and final products, including training materials.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a similar field, with Sophomore, Junior, or Senior academic standing.
• Experience: Basic understanding of machine learning concepts and algorithms. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Powerpoint, Word, Excel).
• Skills: Familiarity with data analysis tools and languages such as Python, R, or SQL. Familiarity with dashboarding tools like Power BI or Tableau. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with an ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Bonus: Completion of Junior Year in a Data Scientist/Analytics Degree program. School project or work experience in building dashboards using Power BI. School project or work experience in business analysis and understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs). Proximity to York, Sterling Heights, or Stafford facilities.