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About the Role
River Partners is seeking a Data Science Intern to join their team. This role involves analyzing and interpreting complex data, applying statistical models and machine learning algorithms, and contributing to various projects. The intern will gain experience with industry-standard tools and software while supporting habitat restoration projects.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze and interpret complex data.
- Apply statistical models, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization techniques to generate actionable insights.
- Contribute to various projects and assist in designing and optimizing data pipelines, which may include integrating remote sensing techniques into restoration monitoring and analyzing operational field data across project sites.
- Develop scripts and dashboards to analyze monitoring data and provide insights into wildlife activity and vegetation patterns across restoration sites.
- Gain experience with industry-standard tools and software, including Python, R, SQL, ArcGIS, etc.
- Assist the Data Manager with development of data analytics and dashboard systems for staff use.
- Assist the Data Manager with integration of ArcGIS Pro with field data collection software.
- Assist the Data Manager with diagnostic and maintenance checks for multiple databases.
- Assist the Data Manager with developing processes for integrating project management software with field collection data.
- Increase workflow efficiency by creating processes and designing digital tools for collecting, analyzing, and presenting data.
- Create templates for reports and maps to share data and other key project information with partners and funders.
- Support the research component of habitat restoration projects.
- Integration of various remote sensing data techniques into the restoration monitoring process.
- Create scripts for analyzing camera trap and acoustic recording unit data.
- Cultivate partnerships with conservation organizations, research scientists, and local, state, and federal agencies.
- Troubleshoot workflow issues to improve efficiency across teams.
- Communicate across teams to promote a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Collaborate with the Communications team to enhance River Partners’ storytelling through data visualization.
- Complete an individual special research project related to restoration science and practice.
- Clearly communicate individual research project outcomes to the organization in a final presentation and project report.
Requirements
- Enrollment in the Data Science and Analytics (MSDSA) Master’s program at Chico State.
- Strong analytical skills with a passion for solving real-world problems through data.
- Familiarity with data analysis tools and programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, etc.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Coursework or experience in machine learning, statistical modeling, or data visualization is a plus.
- Interest in California plants, riparian ecology, hydrology, soils, wildlife, and/or in cultural uses of native plants.
- Basic understanding of ecological concepts.
- Ability to collaborate with diverse team members with poise and respect.
- Basic understanding of statistics and experimental design.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications.
- Excellent verbal, analytical, organizational, and written skills, including data visualization to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Integrity and ethics beyond reproach.
Skills
- Python
- R
- SQL
- ArcGIS
- Metabase
- R Shiny
- ArcGIS Pro
- MS Office
Location
- Chico, California
Work Type
- Full-time
- Temporary
Experience Level
- Intern
Education Level
- Master’s program in Data Science and Analytics
Salary/Compensations
- $18.00-$20.00 Hourly
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) plan with immediate employer matching
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee assistance programs
- Other well-being benefits
- Paid time off
- Alternative work schedule
- Flexible hours
About the Company
- River Partners brings life back to California rivers.
- We’ve revitalized more habitat along impaired California rivers than any other entity in the western U.S., having led hundreds of projects across nearly 20,000 acres throughout California.
- We restore thriving native forests and ecosystems that support imperiled wildlife, improve flood safety, boost the state’s climate resilience, replenish and improve freshwater resources, create open space for communities, and build stronger local economies.
- Since 1998, we have pioneered an innovative, entrepreneurial approach to conservation, combining modern farming, cutting-edge science, and diverse partnerships.
- We are meeting the urgent need this decade to restore our riverways and seek passionate team members to help us grow our restoration footprint at an unprecedented pace and scale.