Data Scientist Intern, People Analytics (Master's Degree) at GoFundMe

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

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Technology, People AnalyticsIndustries

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Data Science, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field (entering final year of study)
Coursework or experience in statistics, regression analysis, machine learning, natural language processing, or artificial intelligence
Familiarity with Python, SQL, and data visualization tools (Looker, Tableau or similar)
Exposure to or curiosity about AI tools for analysis, automation, and communication (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, or Claude)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with attention to data quality
Clear written and verbal communication for simplifying complex analytics and presenting to non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

Contribute to a pilot initiative that uses AI to automate people analytics workflows — such as survey analysis and sentiment analysis from open-text feedback
Help modernize how the team ingests, cleans, and integrates employee data across HR systems, surveys, and engagement platforms
Assist with modeling engagement, turnover, and workforce performance using regression, clustering, and NLP techniques
Build dashboards with automatically refreshing metrics to highlight people trends for HR partners and leaders
Experiment with AI tools (e.g., Copilot, ChatGPT, or Claude) to automate report generation, summarize insights, and create executive-ready narratives
Develop “how-to” documentation and reusable scripts that streamline future analysis and automation initiatives

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AIData ScienceAnalyticsAutomationSentiment AnalysisNLPRegressionClusteringData PipelinesData CleaningDashboardingPredictive AnalyticsPrescriptive Analytics

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

The internship is based in San Francisco, CA with interns expected onsite three days per week.

What are the required skills for this Data Scientist Intern role?

Candidates need coursework or experience in statistics, regression analysis, machine learning, natural language processing or artificial intelligence, familiarity with Python, SQL and data visualization tools like Looker or Tableau, plus strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

What is the duration and timing of the internship?

This is a 10-week internship running from May 27th, 2026 to August 7th, 2026.

What education is required for this position?

The role is open to Master's students entering their final year of study in Data Science, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field.

What kind of projects will I work on as a Data Scientist Intern?

You'll contribute to AI & Automation projects like survey and sentiment analysis, data pipeline optimization, predictive analytics using regression and NLP, dashboarding, generative AI exploration, and process documentation.

GoFundMe

Online platform for crowdfunding and fundraising

About GoFundMe

GoFundMe is an online platform that enables individuals and organizations to raise money for various needs and aspirations. Users can create fundraising campaigns in just five minutes by sharing their stories and soliciting donations from their networks and beyond. The platform caters to a wide range of clients, including those facing medical emergencies, families in need of memorial funds, students seeking educational support, and nonprofits looking for financial assistance. GoFundMe operates globally and has built a community of over 100 million people who have collectively raised $25 billion through more than 200 million donations. The company generates revenue through voluntary tips from donors and a small transaction fee on each donation, which helps cover payment processing costs and maintain platform security. GoFundMe's goal is to provide a safe and user-friendly experience for both donors and recipients, leveraging community support to help people meet their financial needs.

Redwood City, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$1,178.5MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Fintech, Social ImpactIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Hybrid Work Options

Family Planning Benefits

Commuter Benefits

Parental Leave

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Mental Health Support

Wellness Program

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Risks

Emerging crowdfunding platforms with lower fees could attract users away from GoFundMe.

Partnership with Meta may expose GoFundMe to privacy concerns, affecting user trust.

Reliance on voluntary tips may be unsustainable during economic downturns.

Differentiation

GoFundMe is the most trusted name in crowdfunding since its founding in 2010.

The platform serves diverse clients, from individuals to nonprofits, globally.

GoFundMe's user-friendly interface allows fundraisers to start campaigns in five minutes.

Upsides

Collaboration with Meta enhances social sharing, boosting fundraiser reach and effectiveness.

Specific relief funds for disasters position GoFundMe as a go-to emergency platform.

Partnerships with organizations enhance GoFundMe's reputation as a socially responsible platform.

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