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Data Science Placement Student
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Job Description
Are you in your penultimate year of study and looking to work in a fast-paced, global, market-leading company for your industrial placement?
Here at Innovative Technology, we have an excellent opportunity for a Data Science Intern to join our talented team in our global head office in Oldham, Greater Manchester for 12 months starting in Summer 2026.
The Role Overview
As a Data Science Intern, you'll work closely with our experienced team of Data Scientists to support the research and development of both traditional and cutting-edge machine learning algorithms for use with current and future product ranges.
Here At ITL, We Offer
- Hands-on experience with real-world projects
- Mentorship and training from experienced professionals
- Opportunities to network and grow within the field of data science
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Potential for a full-time offer upon successful completion of the internship
This position is suited to a student in their penultimate year of university who has an eagerness to learn and to make the most of an opportunity to experience working with professionals in their chosen field.
Your Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the data science team to design, implement, and optimize Machine Learning models
- Analyze large datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and insights that drive business decisions
- Develop and test algorithms for machine learning, statistical analysis, or data visualization
- Assist in cleaning, transforming, and preparing data for analysis
- Create dashboards and reports to communicate findings effectively to stakeholders
- Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in data science and AI technologies
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Qualifications
An undergraduate working towards a degree in either Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or a similar related subject.
Skills And Experience
- A solid understanding of machine learning techniques and algorithms
- Experience of programming in Python, or similar associated tools
- An excellent communicator who's analytically minded with a practical approach to solving problems
Your Package & Perks
- A competitive salary
- Flexible working hours
- 32 days holiday, (including public holidays) plus the opportunity to earn up to an extra 13 days holiday each year
- Educational Sponsorship
- Enhanced Pension Contribution
- Healthcare Insurance (including dental)
- Wellbeing support
- Life Insurance
- Income Protection Insurance
- Free secure parking
- Onsite electric car charging points
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Informal dress code
- Paid breaks, with premium free hot drinks
We’re Innovative...
Trading for over 30 years here at Innovative Technology, where we have offices on five continents and employ around 400 people, with over 170 based from our state-of-the-art R&D hub and global head office in Oldham, Manchester.
From self-service checkouts to arcade machines, we provide our retail, banking, kiosk, vending, gaming and amusement customers with products and services that help them securely accept automated payments, with our industry-leading technology keeping us at the forefront of our sector. We also provide facial analysis technology for age estimation and control access for some of the world’s leading companies.
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By being true to our values of Innovation, Collaboration, Respect and Drive we’ve seen significant growth and won numerous domestic and international awards, whilst offering outstanding career opportunities and great benefits. You’ll find us on the edge of the Pennines and less than half an hour from central Manchester, with modern offices, free parking and excellent transport links.
We are a disability-confident employer, as such we will shortlist all candidates meeting our minimum criteria (as specified in the job description) who state they have a disability within their application.
What’s next?
If you want to develop as a Data Scientist throughout your Industrial Placement Year and you are looking to join our award-winning team on the latest cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you.
A better way... Through our people, drive and commitment we push boundaries to deliver innovative products and services.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, our selection process is thorough and may take up to two months to complete. We appreciate your patience as we give every candidate's profile the attention it deserves.
This is a two-part interview process, starting with a brief telephone screening followed by a formal site-based interview.
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