Data Science Intern

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Job Title
Data Science Intern
Role Overview
Are you looking for an opportunity to work with a talented team that can mentor your early career? McAfee is looking for someone who takes joy in finding simple solutions to complex problems, learning about how to support multiple teams in remote and hybrid environments, and shares our passion for making customers' digital worlds safer.
This is a Hybrid Position located in San Jose, CA. We are only considering candidates within a commutable distance to the San Jose office. You will be required to be onsite on an as-needed basis; when not working onsite, you will work from your home office.
About The Role

• Utilize your strong interest in statistical modeling, causal inference, and data-driven decision-making, as well as curiosity about how models are used in real products and business contexts
• Write clear, well-structured, and reproducible analysis code in Python and/or R (with experience using libraries such as pandas, NumPy, PyMC, scikit-learn, dplyr etc.)
• Use your intuition for data design and analysis workflows, including how to structure datasets, choose appropriate metrics, and communicate results clearly through visualizations and written summaries
• Work outside of a narrow academic comfort zone, quickly learn new tools or domains, and deliver practical results in a fast-moving, applied environment
  

About You

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program with an accredited college or university
• Must be able to commit to the duration of the internship timeline: February, 2026 through May, 2026.
• Working as an Intern does not guarantee a full-time opportunity upon graduation. This position is intended to provide you with educational and professional work experience
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Desire to learn and grow your technical and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and dedication to contribute to a culture of integrity, accountability, and teamwork
  

Company Overview
McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users' needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.
Company Benefits And Perks
We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at McAfee to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

• Bonus Program
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support for Community Involvement
• 14 Paid Company Holidays
• Unlimited Paid Time Off for Exempt Employees
• 96 Hours of Sick Time and 120 Hours of Vacation for Non-Exempt Employees Accrued Each Year
  

We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.
The wage for this position is 25.00 USD Hourlyper hour. McAfee takes into consideration an individual's skillset, experience, and location in making final salary determinations. For further details, please discuss with the Talent Acquisition Partner.
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