Data Science Intern, Algorithms (Summer 2027 - SF/NYC)

At Lyft, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Transportation space, Connecting cities, one ride at a time, for a more equitable future..

<p>At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.</p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Lyft’s Data Science Team builds mathematical models underpinning the platform’s core services. Compared to other technology companies of a similar size, the set of problems that we tackle is incredibly diverse. They cut across optimization, prediction, modeling, inference, transportation, and mapping. We're looking for <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Masters or PhD students</span> who are passionate about solving mathematical problems with data and are excited about working in a fast-paced, innovative and collegial environment.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We are hiring for a variety of Data Science interns, focusing on the following specialties:  </span></p>

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<li><strong>Optimization: </strong><span style="font-weight: 400;">Construct and fit statistical or optimization models that facilitate automated decision making in the app.</span></li>

<li><strong>Machine Learning: </strong>Design, build, tune, and deploy machine learning models with a special emphasis on feature engineering and deployment.</li>

<li><strong>Inference: </strong>Design and analyze tests in our dynamic marketplace, estimating statistical and ML models to enable better decisions, and developing and evaluating algorithmic policies in our pricing, dispatch, and incentives systems.</li>

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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You will report into a Science Manager.</span></p>

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