Data Scientist Intern - Summer 2027 (Atlanta, GA)

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Business Operations

Job Profile

Intern - Technical

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

Yes, 5% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $24.23 - $36.35/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Job Description

We encourage candidates to apply to no more than three internship opportunities within a 90-day period. Our recruiting team will review your application and ensure you are considered for the opportunities that best align with your skills and interests. 

There’s something really inspiring about the idea of innovators teaming up to build something incredible. If you agree, then you might be a perfect fit for a tech job at Cox! 

Across the Cox family of businesses (Cox Enterprises, Cox Communications and Cox Automotive), we’re looking for Data Science Interns to join our team and learn from the best. Ready to collaborate with us and work at a great company that truly cares about you and your future? Keep reading! 

What’s In It For You?     

• We value your time and potential. At Cox, you’ll be exposed to meaningful and challenging work.  

• You won’t be left alone to figure things out. You’ll have a team of supporters (plus an assigned program mentor) who will show you the ropes, guide you to excellence and cheer you on. 

• You’ll experience real accountability to develop your professional skills.   

•  You’ll expand your network and professional toolbox through exposure to senior leaders.  

• You’ll help us build a bold future that is sustainable, accessible and inclusive. 

What You’ll Do: 

• Learn how to extract, transform, and load (ETL) the data for analysis. 

• Learn how to perform data cleansing and exploratory data analysis. 

• Learn how to work with different data sources to be able to produce the requested analysis. 

• Learn how to analyze machine learning results. 

• Learn how to measure the effectiveness of marketing initiatives using optimized contact strategies for marketing activities. 

• Produce reports summarizing your findings. 

• Able to forecast marketing activities. 

Preferred: 

• STEM majors are encouraged to apply, with preference to Math, Stat, Computer Science, and Engineering majors. 

• Intermediate to advanced analytical skills. 

• Ability to conduct thorough research and use the findings to inform decision-making. 

• Python, PySpark, SQL or other coding and visualization skills are highly preferred. 

• Hadoop and cloud computing. 

• Strong analytic skills. 

• Strong background in Mathematics, Computer Science, or Statistics. 

• Background using Microsoft tools mentioned above. 

• Detail-oriented and able to meet project timelines through good time management and work prioritization. 

• Oral and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills. 

• A positive attitude, determination, and humility. 

Don’t miss out on the first steps toward your future. Apply today!  

Intern/Co-Op sessions are considered temporary employment. No full-time employment commitments are made. However, depending on our business needs, some interns may be considered for a full-time position following the conclusion of the session conditioned upon the intern graduating from their academic program and being available to commence full-time employment at a specified time. 
 
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.  

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.

EOE, including disability/vets

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.