Data Science Intern

River Partners is a California environmental conservation organization focused on restoring rivers, habitats, and ecosystems. The Data Science Intern will analyze and interpret restoration and operational data, develop dashboards, scripts, and data pipelines, and support research, monitoring, workflow optimization, and data-driven storytelling.

What you'll do:

• 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
• Development of data analytics and dashboard systems (Metabase, R Shiny, etc.) for use by staff for project analysis and report writing
• Integration of ArcGIS Pro with a field data collection software to ensure a streamlined workflow. Perform diagnostic and maintenance checks for multiple databases, including ArcGIS and the Natural Resources Database System
• Developing processes for integrating project management software with field collection data to track equipment use, and costs associated with seed collection and other field activities
• 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, which may include working with various types of data and performing analyses using tools such as ArcGIS Pro, R, Python, as well as climate and habitat suitability models
• Integration of various remote sensing data techniques into the restoration monitoring process

What they're looking for:

• 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
• 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
• Coursework or experience in machine learning, statistical modeling, or data visualization is a plus

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health care insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• A 401(k) plan with immediate employer matching
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee assistance programs
• Other well-being benefits
• Paid time off
• An alternative work schedule
• Flexible hours