Student Engineering Intern - Data Science

Rapid City, SD, United States

Open 5 months, first seen by us 156 days ago

Pay: Pay not listedSimilar roles state $118K–$193K
Work setting: Not stated
Employment: Internship — employment source
Employment type in the employer’s posting: Intern
From the employer’s posting

Before you apply

New graduates: For current studentsJob title: Student Engineering Intern - Data Science

What you’ll work on

Full posting

Collect and analyze large datasets for engineering staff
Query, analyze, and disposition large datasets with AI and ML tools
Develop large-scale database systems
Write scripts and software utilities in Python, C++, VBA, or similar

From the employer’s posting

hands-on experience in data collection, analysis, and development of large-scale database systems to support engineering staff

experience working with artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to query, analyze, and disposition large datasets

development of large-scale database systems

developing specialized scripts and software utilities using Python, C++, VBA, or other programming languages

What you’ll bring

All qualifications

Core experience

Demonstrated knowledge of data science, machine learning, and AI tools
Strong skills in standard office software
Strong written and oral communication and self-motivation

Qualification wording

Demonstrated knowledge in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence tools, methods, and applications

Strong computer skills in using standard office software

Excellent interpersonal skills, be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally, and be self-motivated

Education & alternatives

Required: - Must be working toward a Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in computer science, computer engineering, industrial, mechanical, civil, or related field - Demonstrated knowledge in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence tools, methods, and applications

Apply at RE/SPEC

Posting record

Report an error

Open 5 monthsWe first saw this posting 156 days ago and it is still up. Roles open this long are often slow to fill or kept open to collect applications.

Status in our records: Live
First seen by us: Jun 2, 2026156 days ago
Recorded sightings: 251
Last seen by us: Nov 5, 2026
Employer says posted: Feb 3, 2026

These dates show when we found the posting. Check the employer’s website to confirm it is still accepting applications.

How this job compares

Pay

$118K–$193K is typical

The middle half of what similar US postings state. This one doesn’t list pay.

From 3,721 postings in the last year. Stated ranges, not salaries paid.

Time since we first saw it

Day 156

Up longer than most. Similar jobs usually come down between day 7 and day 56.

Well past RE/SPEC’s usual: its jobs come down by about day 4.

From 10,207 similar postings that came down, and 6 of RE/SPEC’s. Coming down is not always a hire.

RE/SPEC is hiring

3 open jobs

Open jobs by the week we first saw them, last 12 weeks.

Takes jobs down quickly

Hiring record

See how this role fits your experience

Add your resume and we’ll mark which of these tools you already use, and point out anything in the posting that could rule you out.

C++
Python

Where the posting names them

In this role, the intern will gain hands-on experience in data collection, analysis, and development of large-scale database systems to support engineering staff. The ideal candidate will have experience working with artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to query, analyze, and disposition large datasets, along with knowledge of database system design and implementation. Experience with GIS database systems is preferred. Additional responsibilities may include developing specialized scripts and software utilities using Python, C++, VBA, or other programming languages. The selected candidate will work under the direct supervision of experienced engineering staff. Qualifications

Upload resume Add LinkedIn

Your next step

Complete your application on jobs.smartrecruiters.com. The employer’s form will show what is required.

Applying through SmartRecruiters

Uploading your resume fills in the application form for you, so check what it filled before you send.

Already applied? Track this application

Demand for Data Scientist roles

New Data Scientist postings at the employers we follow are down 3% over the last 5 weeks compared with the 5 before.

August 17Last week

Each bar is one week of new postings. The darkest bars are the last 5 weeks.

Counted from the hiring pages we’ve followed for at least five weeks, so employers we add don’t look like growth. Updated weekly.

About the role

We file this job under Data Scientist, by the work the posting describes.

Data scientists use statistics and models to answer harder questions, such as whether a change worked, what demand will look like next quarter, or which customers are likely to leave.

Postings usually ask for Python or R, SQL, statistics, experiment design and common machine learning methods.

Unlike an ML engineer, a data scientist's main output is often an analysis or a first model, not software running inside a product.

US government figures for data scientists

Median yearly pay, May 2025: $120,230
Expected change, 2025 to 2035: 34.6% more jobsagainst 3.5% for all jobs

Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and Employment Projections (2025 to 2035). Occupation code 15-2051.

Job description

View original posting ↗

Job Description

RESPEC seeks a Student Engineering Intern – Data Science for our Rapid City, SD office as part of our 2026 Summer Internship Program. This position is expected to work 40 hours per week during summer 2026.

In this role, the intern will gain hands-on experience in data collection, analysis, and development of large-scale database systems to support engineering staff. The ideal candidate will have experience working with artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to query, analyze, and disposition large datasets, along with knowledge of database system design and implementation. Experience with GIS database systems is preferred.

Additional responsibilities may include developing specialized scripts and software utilities using Python, C++, VBA, or other programming languages. The selected candidate will work under the direct supervision of experienced engineering staff.

Qualifications

Required:

Must be working toward a Bachelor of Science or advanced degree in computer science, computer engineering, industrial, mechanical, civil, or related field
Demonstrated knowledge in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence tools, methods, and applications
Strong computer skills in using standard office software
Excellent interpersonal skills, be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally, and be self-motivated

Preferred:

Familiarity with CAE software, such as 3D CAD software
Strong working knowledge of common programming languages

Additional Information

Compensation: Compensation depends on experience. No benefits are offered except those that are required for statutory purposes.

Company Description

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

Source details