Alabama Data Scholars Internship Program

Program Overview

With generous support from Innovate Alabama and partnering employers statewide, QuantHub is proud to offer Alabama Data Scholars, an 8-week summer internship and skills development program designed to introduce high school students across the state to high-demand careers in the growing fields of data analytics, data science, and artificial intelligence (AI).

The inaugural 2024 cohort of Alabama Data Scholars were competitively selected from a pool of Finalists and placed into internships with innovative organizations leveraging data to make a positive impact on the state. 

During the program session, Scholars also:

• • Developed valuable skills in data analysis, visualization, business analytics, Power BI, Python, and SQL
  • Gained exposure to emerging artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) tools and applications
  • Explored academic opportunities in data-intensive fields at Alabama colleges and universities
  • Heard from special guest speakers 
  • Participated in professional development and mentoring activities
  • Networked with industry leaders and a diverse cohort of like-minded peers
  • Received a $500 scholarship awarded upon successful program completion.

Eligibility

Alabama high school sophomores, juniors, seniors, and recent graduates are eligible to participate if over the age of 16 at time of internship start. Signed parental consent is required for applicants under 18. 

No prior experience or skills are necessary to apply. Students interested in business or science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) careers may benefit most from participation, but all students eager to learn are welcome and encouraged to submit an application. 

Virtual and in-person internship opportunities will be available, and Scholars must be able to commit approximately 20 hrs/week to both “live” and asynchronous activities for the duration of the program. Scholars working remotely will be expected to provide their own computer or request assistance securing a device at least 6 weeks prior to their session start date.

Selection Criteria & Timeline

Data Scholars will be determined based on a combination of factors including: interest in data science careers and data skills development, academics and extracurricular involvement, engagement in QuantHub, and a demonstrated desire to innovate and drive positive change in Alabama. 

Final internship selection is made by partnering employers following thorough application review and candidate interviews. 

View the 2024 Data Scholars cohort and internship assignments here.

Questions? Email Kelsey Bickett, Program Manager, at kbickett@quanthub.com.