Data Science Summer Intern (May-August)

Position: Data Science Summer Intern (May-August)

Location: Auburn Hills, Michigan 

About us 

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work, and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.  

Our Culture  

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.   

Career Opportunities  

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now! 

Job purpose 

This role serves as a translator between data scientists and the global BorgWarner business units.  Although some modeling/coding may be involved, the role is primarily focused on identifying business problems that are good candidates for data science solutions, translating those needs into specifications, and communicating those specifications to consulting partners.  The ideal candidate for this role will therefore be fluent in both the language of data science and the language of business. 

Key responsibilities 

• Help business units understand when machine learning/predictive models are an applicable solution to their problems, both in one-on-one meetings and in company-wide communications 

• Conversely, help identify projects that are NOT good candidates for machine learning and propose alternative solutions 

• Gather business requirements and translate those into specifications/RFP’s  

• Work with vendors to manage data science projects and ensure on-time/on-budget delivery 

• Ensure support models are in place to sustain projects over the long term 

• Perform rapid prototyping and experimentation to ascertain whether certain projects are worth moving forward 

• Manage end-to-end deployment of AI projects from requirements gathering through vendor selection and delivery. 

What we’re looking for 

• Current full-time enrollment in an accredited college, university, vocational/trade school. 
• Ability to report onsite at least three days to our Auburn Hills Campus
• Currently working towards a bachelor’s degree in data science or analytics, or a bachelor’s degree in business with a relevant certification in analytics, data science, or artificial intelligence. 
• Fluent in English, written and verbal. 

• Ability to create constructive relationships, influence, and communicate to multiple stakeholders, including client management, IT management and non-technical staff 

• Self-Manages: Demonstrates ability to work autonomously towards a goal 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and oral) 

Nice to have: 

• Experience in manufacturing and familiarity with concepts like Overall Equipment Effectiveness. 

• Experience with Python, Azure Data Factory, and Snowflake 

• Experience with business cases and ROI 

What we believe 

• Inclusion-We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.  

• Integrity- We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.  

•  Excellence- We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.  

•  Responsibility- We care about our local communities and the global environment.  

• Collaboration- We are one BorgWarner. 

Safety  

This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner PTC Safety Policy Manual, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor. 

Equal Employment Opportunity  

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 

Visa Sponsorship  

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors  

Please note that BorgWarner and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to BorgWarner will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received. 

Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world. 

For more information about BorgWarner, please visit www.borgwarner.com