Data Scientist (internship)
Tellow, Netherlands
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Data Scientist, dedicated to interpreting data and analyzing results using statistical techniques to support Tellow in business decisions. Our group is one of Europe's largest platforms for professional services, we’re invested in adding transparency to the markets of accounting and legal services. Tellow is a disruptive, fast-paced company where IT is our core product.
As our Data Scientist, you will assist in creating key insights that will support us in making strategic business decisions. You will be working within our passionate IT team, focusing on supplying crucial information and analytical data to help run and develop Tellow’s business.
Specifically, you will:
- Develop and implement data analyses and data collection systems
- Create ongoing reports and dashboards
- Build, train, and deploy machine learning models and predictive algorithms
- Present information using data visualization techniques
- Gather and combine data from multiple data sources
- Interpret trends and patterns in complex data sets
- Communicate your findings to the management
Requirements
We look for candidates with a strong, analytical mind-set and a flair for numbers and details. If you are able to work independently, have a can-do attitude and thrive in a fast-paced business environment, then this position is for you. We also look for someone who is curious, proactive, and a quick learner. Your critical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential for this role.
Ideally, you have experience with several data analytics and data visualisation tools, such as BigQuery.
We value professional experience as much academic experience. Perhaps you are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or another relevant field and are eager to use your learning in practice. To us, it is important that you are ambitious, pay attention to detail and accuracy and are all about facts, figures, and number crunching. We do not expect you to have previous working experiences, but we do expect you to be eager to develop yourself and learn quickly.
We look for someone with:
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information
- An ability to draw conclusion from your analyses
- An ability to translate your findings into an understandable document and present your findings
- An understanding of machine learning and the tools that we use (Scikit-learn, Pytorch, Tensorflow)
- Knowledge of SQL and R
- Technical expertise regarding data models and data analysis
- Problem solving aptitude
This internship has a duration of ideally 6 months (minimum 3 months).
NOTE: We recognize that internship regulations vary depending on study programs, so we will discuss this in relation to your individual situation during the recruitment process as well as in relation to defining the amount of working hours for the position.
Benefits
We are a dedicated, open, and fun team based in Amsterdam, and we value talent and personal growth for all our employees. We offer a competitive salary, laptop, a brand-new office and a strong career growth path. We are an inspiring company with an ambitious mission, but having fun while working is key for us.
At Tellow, your benefits will include:
- Personal growth plan that sets you on a path of career opportunity and advancement
- Laptop
- Free lunch (or allowance in pandemic times)
- Working in a brand new, state-of-the-art office
You will also gain from:
- A self-starter environment that entrusts you with crucial company responsibilities
- Experience at a fast-growing scaleup
- Working with the newest Fintech software
- Healthy workspace with proper climate control, lighting, adjustable desks and 4K screens
- A work environment that values inclusivity, teamwork, cohesion, and fun
- Having your voice heard regarding company strategy and decisions
Interested?
Please send us your resume, in English, and attach a 1-page cover letter about who you are, what you are looking for, and how you could help take Tellow to the top. We have a rolling evaluation process for all submitted applications, so you can expect to hear from us within 2 weeks of your application submission.
If you have any questions regarding the position you seek, please contact Juul Maas at . Please also attach any samples of your website, blog or articles you’ve written, so that we can have a clearer understanding of your work, your personality, and your approach.
Procedure
Upon review of your resume and cover letter, if you are selected, you will