Causal AI & Data Science Intern

Job Description

About Company and Job Description, Detailed

Company Summary: EchoStar

EchoStar is a company focused on building solutions that connect families and communities. They aim to launch careers and empower individuals to make a difference. The company’s portfolio includes well-known brands such as Boost Mobile, DISH TV, Gen Mobile, Hughes, and Sling TV. EchoStar serves millions of customers, offering a wide range of services from satellite to streaming services and from global to personal networking solutions.

Department Summary: Internship Program

EchoStar’s culture rewards hard work with significant opportunities, valuing individuals who are bright, energetic, and ambitious, beyond just their education and work experience. They believe that critical thinking skills developed in college are transferable across various business functions, regardless of major, offering interns a potential fast track for career advancement.

The internship program is designed to provide a comprehensive, hands-on experience within the fast-paced wireless and technology industries. Interns will gain an in-depth understanding of the business through field experience and business projects, allowing them to see where they fit within the company and help build EchoStar’s brand while building their own.

Interns will collaborate with teams across EchoStar to drive innovation. It is a 10-week, in-person, paid hourly experience, with eligibility for overtime. Each intern is assigned business project(s) to complete over the summer and will present their results to leadership and peers. A dedicated manager supports each intern in the execution of their project. All internship opportunities are located in Denver, CO, unless otherwise specified.

Job Description: Causal AI & Data Science Intern

EchoStar is seeking a Causal AI & Data Science Intern for an exciting opportunity located at their office in Littleton, CO.

Key Responsibilities:

The intern will primarily focus on two main areas:

1. Causal Analysis & Statistics:
• Assist in analyzing the results of marketing and pricing changes using robust statistical methods. This includes examining pre-trends and control groups to accurately determine the “true lift” (the actual impact of the changes).
• Help validate EchoStar’s “Causal Engine” by performing diagnostic checks, essentially “stress testing” the underlying mathematical models to ensure the AI’s insights are reliable and not “hallucinating.”

2. Economic Modeling & Reporting:
• Support the development of “Uplift Cards,” which are standardized reports designed to translate complex statistical data into easily understandable financial metrics, specifically Net Present Value (NPV).
• Prototype Python scripts to calculate fundamental financial metrics such as “Payback Period” or “Lifetime Value” based on experimental data derived from their causal analyses.
• Analyze historical data to identify and understand patterns related to customer retention and churn.

Skills, Experience, and Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• A GPA of 3.3 or above is required.
• Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in a related field of study.
• Candidates must have 60 credit hours completed by May 2026.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment screen, including a reference check, criminal background check, and a possible drug test.
• Strong Python skills are essential, particularly with popular data analysis libraries such as pandas, numpy, and scikit-learn.
• A solid understanding of statistical concepts including regression, hypothesis testing, and confidence intervals.
• Familiarity with Econometrics or Causal Inference concepts (e.g., A/B testing, Difference-in-Differences) is a significant advantage, though not strictly required.
• The ability to translate complex mathematical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• A creative mindset for approaching and solving open-ended analytical problems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort in presenting information to various audiences.

Other Requirements:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Compensation and Benefits:

• The compensation for this internship ranges from $18.00/Hour to $24.00/Hour.
• EchoStar offers versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan. Full benefits information can be found on DISH Benefits.

Application Process and Diversity & Inclusion:

• Candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.
• EchoStar is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace, providing individuals with criminal or arrest records a fair chance of employment in accordance with legal requirements.
• The job posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
• EchoStar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, promoting talent without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. They accommodate sincerely held religious beliefs and consider all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records.
• Applicants may redact identifying information such as age, date of birth, or school/graduation dates from their application documents.
• EchoStar provides reasonable accommodation to job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, urging those needing assistance with website accessibility or the application process to contact leaves@dish.com (for accommodation requests only, not status inquiries).