Bunge is hiring a Data Science Intern for its Global Economic Analysis team. The intern will help develop predictive models and improve analytical data pipelines, using data science to support agricultural market research, forecasting, and commercial decisions.
Responsibilities
Collaborate on the development and refinement of various predictive models, focusing on critical aspects like crop production forecasts, pricing trend analysis, and customer behavior insights. (Specific projects will be tailored to your skills and interests closer to the internship start, ensuring a meaningful and engaging experience)
Take ownership in enhancing relevant analytical & data pipelines, with the potential to design and implement optimizations using Python and cloud computing tools
Undertake and deliver a significant analytical project related to the team's core objectives, culminating in a comprehensive final presentation to the economic research team, showcasing your achievements and insights gained throughout the internship
Qualification
Required
Minimum MS degree in Ag-Economics, Economics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Finance, Engineering, or a closely related quantitative discipline
Hands-on experience with Python and familiarity with its essential analytical libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, Matplotlib/Seaborn) for data manipulation, statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization
Strong SQL skills for data extraction, manipulation, and analysis from relational and non-relational databases
Understand version control systems, particularly Git, for collaborative development and code management
Proactive self-motivation with the ability to work independently and to deliver solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Preferred
Experience with geospatial data analysis and deep learning for statistical modeling
Experience with big data technologies and cloud-based data platforms and products (e.g., Google Cloud Platform, AWS)
Specific knowledge of agricultural commodity markets (e.g., grains, oilseeds, biofuels), agronomics, etc
Benefits
Bunge is a global agribusiness and food company operating in the farm-to-consumer food chain. It is a sub-organization of Biodiesel Bilbao.
