Intern, Data Science, AI and Business Analytics at II-VI… · 5100…

Summary: II-VI Aerospace & Defense is seeking a driven Data Science, AI, and Business Analytics Intern to join their Financial Planning & Analysis team for Summer 2026. The intern will support the development of data-driven solutions by applying analytics, machine learning, and generative AI techniques to business problems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform business requirements into analytical solutions. Responsibilities: - Learn the Business Process Flow and Data Flow - Analyze the business requirements and convert the requirement into Machine learning/Generative AI/Business Analytics problem - Identify the needed data features and labels - Extract, Transform, Integrate data from multiple data sources into a Data Model - Transforming large amounts of data into compelling visual stories to facilitate analysis and decision making - Using large proprietary datasets to conduct training sets and correlation - Develop dashboards with rich interactive data visualizations to illustrate the value of bringing the data - Predict outcomes based on rigorous experimental design and statistical methods - Building related models by using Machine learning and Generative AI techniques - Assist in benchmarking and quantifying improvements in Generative AI models - Regular maintenance of established processes and reports - Partner with team to optimize data models, improving report speed and efficiency by refining data structures Required Qualifications: - Knowledge of Advanced Predictive Analytics including an exposure to areas such as AI, Deep Learning, Intelligent Bots, Reinforcement Learning, Neural Networks - Experience in Data Acquisition/Integration - Knowledge of data science technologies such as SQL, R, Octave, Python, pandas, scipy, numpy, matplotlib, etc - Data Science visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI, etc.) as well as traditional Reporting/BI tools (Excel) - Knowledge Exploratory data analysis, statistical analysis like sampling, hypothesis testing, central limit theorem, Machine Learning, Deep learning regression and classification models - Working knowledge in Generative AI tech stack (Prompt engineering, ChatGPT, Llama, Gemini, RAG etc) - Experience in Python programming language - Experience with Relational and non-relational databases - Excellent written and verbal communication - Team-oriented but able to work independently when needed - Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment - Attention to detail and time management Required Skills: Machine Learning, Generative AI, Data Visualization Important Skills: Python, SQL, Data Integration Benefits: Opportunities to connect with fellow interns and colleagues across the organization through virtual and in-person networking events, Team-building activities