Summer 2027 Centralized Data Science and Analytics Intern

NFA is purpose-driven. We safeguard the integrity of the derivatives markets, protect investors and ensure that our Members meet their regulatory obligations. We take pride in our work; maintain a conviction to do the right thing; empower each other; and support our community. Envision your career in a place where performing critical regulatory work within the financial industry is as significant as the passionate and talented individuals with whom you work.

When you join NFA as a Centralized Data Science and Analytics (CDSA) Intern, you will gain unique insight into the global derivatives industry and its regulatory framework, utilizing the critical thinking, data analysis and technical skills you've developed in the classroom. Bring your analytical and innovative mindsets. Bring your thirst for knowledge and learning. Bring an aptitude for problem solving and an eye for detail. Beginning your first day, you'll gain exceptional experiences, personalized learning and invaluable coaching and mentoring. We strive to develop our talented interns into future NFA and industry leaders, and our internship program is designed with that goal in mind.

What you'll do:As a CDSA Intern, you'll learn alongside a high-performing team of data science professionals in providing meaningful analytics. Those analytics then inform NFA's development of innovative application tools which support our important regulatory mission. Specifically, your responsibilities will include:

Creating or updating application tools in Python and/or R using advanced modeling techniques. Developing Tableau dashboards to present data and application output in a meaningful, visually appealing way. Generating ad-hoc SQL queries. Completing code reviews to ensure programs and applications meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. Developing an understanding of internal clients' business needs by learning about NFA's procedures, risk areas and regulatory framework. Participating in and po