Upstart is a digital-first company that aims to radically reduce the cost and complexity of borrowing for all Americans. The company is looking for a Data Science Intern to work on improving production models and systems across the funnel, including underwriting and pricing, fraud detection, performance marketing, loan servicing, and fair lending/explainability.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field
- Strong fundamentals in statistical, probability, and machine learning theory
- Ability to perform data analysis in Python, as well as basic SQL foundations
- Ability to communicate data insights to non-technical audiences
- Strong sense of intellectual curiosity, humility, drive, and teamwork, as well as communication skills
- Ability to use modern agentic tooling efficiently
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 per year
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options
- Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
- Income protection benefits, including company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Paid time off, sick and safe time, and company holidays
- Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
- Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo, supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
- Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service
- Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you
- Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from
- Connection and community through team events and onsites, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices
