Optum · 22 hours ago
Graduate Actuarial Data Science Intern
Eden Prairie, MN
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$27/hr - $37/hrOptum is a leading health services and innovation company dedicated to improving the health system. The Graduate Actuarial Data Science Intern will assist in gathering data, developing predictive models, and creating reports to support managerial decision-making within the healthcare sector.
EducationHealth CareMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Gathering data from various sources and ensuring data quality through techniques such as correlation analysis, outlier detection, imputation of missing values, data standardization, and deduplication
Assisting in the development of predictive and prescriptive models to uncover insights and drive actionable outcomes
Developing monitoring metrics to evaluate model performance in real-world scenarios and providing recommendations for future model improvements
Creating detailed summaries, reports, and recommendations to support managerial decision-making
Qualification
Required
Must be actively enrolled in an accredited master's program throughout the duration of the internship - internships are not intended for graduating seniors
Pursuing a master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or another related quantitative field
Hands-on experience designing, building, and evaluating data science models (such as regression analysis, classification algorithms, clustering techniques) on real-world datasets
Experience applying statistical methods to real-world datasets; familiarity with data cleansing techniques such as correlation analysis, outlier detection, imputation of missing values, standardization, and deduplication
Proficiency in programming languages commonly used for data analysis and modeling (e.g., Python, R), as well as database management using SQL
Proven solid academic record with demonstrated coursework or research experience in statistical analysis, machine learning, and/or predictive modeling
Proven excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; able to interpret complex data and communicate actionable insights through reports and visualizations
Proven effective communication skills-able to translate technical findings into clear recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proven solid organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a collaborative team environment
Preferred
Minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA
1 or more actuarial exams passed
Demonstrated knowledge or interest in a career as an Actuarial Data Scientist
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
Founded in 2011
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Castillo
Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Jay Green
Chief Financial Officer
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