Job Description :
The New York Post provides readers with the best in News, Sports, Pop Culture and Entertainment – with signature wit, irreverence and authority averaging 90 million unique viewers a month. Over the past 224 years, The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print, digital, video, audio, app, television and commerce.
The Data & Analytics team at The New York Post is at the heart of everything we do – from content creation to audience engagement, and marketing strategy. Our team works with complex datasets to uncover key insights that drive decisions across editorial, business development, and digital strategy. We leverage cutting-edge technology, machine learning, and business intelligence tools to optimize our content and maximize our reach. If you’re passionate about data, media, and using insights to shape decisions, we want you on our team.
We’re seeking a Data & Analytics Intern (M-F) to join us this summer! In this role, you’ll work closely with our team of data scientists, machine learning experts, and business stakeholders. This internship will immerse you in the end-to-end data lifecycle, from data extraction to analysis, and visualization, to building machine learning models. Your work will have a direct impact on how we tailor our content to meet the needs of our audience, improve engagement, and shape our marketing strategies.
Note: This internship is scheduled to run from June 2, 2025, to August 8, 2025. Participants are expected to work full time hours and adhere to our hybrid office schedule.
What You’ll Do
Collaborate with data science, machine learning, and technology teams to design and develop machine learning models
Support the creation, maintenance, and delivery of data-driven products
Work directly with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and translate them into functional requirements
Conduct exploratory data analysis and visualization to identify trends, correlations, and insights
Refine statistical approaches for targeting, attribution, and engagement strategies
Be involved in every aspect of the data lifecycle, from data ingestion, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) to analysis, visualization, and machine learning modeling
What We’re Looking For
Currently pursuing or recently attained a Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Data Analytics, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Business Analytics, Physics, or any field with a strong foundation in statistics and coding
Proficiency in data analysis, coding (e.g., Python, R), and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Strong attention to detail and ability to handle large datasets accurately
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work on multiple projects simultaneously
Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for using data to drive decision-making
A commitment to maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive data
As an equal opportunity employer, the New York Post does not discriminate in hiring or the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The New York Post will consider the provision of reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants to enable them to participate in our application process and to effectively perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would impose an undue financial or operational hardship.
Pay Range: $16.50 - $16.50