About the role#
The Real Estate Lending (REL) AI and Data Science team builds machine learning solutions and advanced analytics to support decision-making. As a Summer Associate, you will contribute to projects involving AI agents and predictive modeling that drive impact across the organization. This 12-week internship runs from May 2027 through August 2027.
What you'll do#
- Support data science, machine-learning, and AI initiatives for Real Estate Lending.
- Design, develop, and evaluate predictive models, algorithms, and LLM-driven AI agents.
- Transform complex data into charts and tables to aid business decision-making.
- Develop actionable insights and data-driven recommendations.
- Document analyses and present findings to stakeholders using clear written and verbal communication.
- Build working relationships with team members, subject matter experts, and leaders.
- Model ethical AI practices and participate in team knowledge shares.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a graduate degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Working knowledge of statistics, machine learning, data mining, data auditing, data aggregation, data reconciliation, and data visualization.
- Experience with SQL, R, Python/Pyspark, Hadoop, SAS, AWS, Github, and APIs.
- Experience with Databricks, Azure Environment (AI Foundry), Copilot Studio, and PowerBI.
- Interest in or exposure to AI/LLMs and agent development.
- Ability to identify analytical approaches to solve business problems.
- Strong research, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Growth-oriented approach with the ability to manage priorities and work through ambiguity.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship.
- Locations: Vienna, VA; Pensacola, FL; or Winchester, VA.
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM ET.
About Navy Federal Credit Union
Navy Federal Credit Union is a nonprofit financial institution founded in 1933. It serves the Armed Forces, Department of Defense, veterans, and their families. With over 15 million members and more than 25,000 employees, it operates as the largest credit union in the world. The organization maintains its headquarters in Vienna, Virginia, alongside additional campuses in Florida, California, and Virginia.
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