2024 Data for Good Hackathon - Chicago

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2024 Data for Good Hackathon - Chicago, IL
Short Job Description
Data for Good hackathon gives you the chance to use your data analysis and coding skills to help a nonprofit organization further their mission
Job Summary
As a participant in the Data for Good hackathon you get the chance to use your data analysis and coding skills to help a nonprofit organization further their mission. It's also a great opportunity to gain insight into how (COMPANY NAME) Chase leverages Analytics and Data Science to drive innovation and serve our clients.
Taking place Friday, October 4th and Saturday, October 5th, participants will be placed on a team with other students from across the country to collaborate and analyze large, social good data sets and derive insights for a leading nonprofit organization. Participants will work side-by-side with (COMPANY NAME) Chase researchers and data scientists, learning from their experience as they creatively solve real world problems faced by social organizations. You Participants are encouraged to develop cutting-edge ideas that could make a difference in society.
In addition to networking with other aspiring data scientists from around the world, Data for Good is also a chance to meet our recruiting teams and experience what it's like to work in Analytics and Data Science at (COMPANY NAME) Chase.
Participants will need to bring their own laptops to the event. Travel expenses will be covered by (COMPANY NAME) Chase, though conditions will apply. Further details and instructions will be provided to successful applicants.
Participation in our Data for Good hackathon will lead to priority consideration for the 2025 Data Science Summer Analyst Program.
To be considered for internship opportunities, Data for Good participants will be required to participate in the standard hiring process.
Data for Good Hackathon Details:
* Location: (COMPANY NAME) Chase's Chicago, IL Office
* Event Date: Friday, October 4th - Saturday, October 5th (overnight event)
* Applications Close: Sunday, September 15th
* Event Start Time: 12:00pm Central Time on Friday, October 4th
* Event End Time: 12:00pm Eastern on Saturday, October 5th
About the process:
To be considered for Data for Good, you must complete the following steps:
* Please read the Official Rules before you start this application.
* Selected applicants will be notified via email with final event details for the event.
Job Responsibilities
* Use your data analysis and coding skills to help a nonprofit organization further their mission
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
* Pursuing a Bachelor's or 1-Year Master's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) or related major with analytically rigorous coursework with an expected graduation between December 2025 through August 2026
* Knowledge of and proficiency in a coding language and willingness to learn and apply Python or SQL during internship
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
* Knowledge of machine learning / data science theory, techniques and tools and experience working with large disparate data sets
* Experience in mathematics and statistics modelling
* Awareness of big data technologies (Hive, Hadoop, Spark) and/or computer clusters
* Awareness of standard analytical tech stacks (Jupyter Notebooks, AWS, Spark, PyTorch, R, etc.)
* Strong communication skills and the ability to present findings in an understandable manner to a non-technical audience
Locations you may join:
* Chicago, IL
* Columbus, OH
* Dallas Metro
* New York Metro
* Delaware Metro
Must be authorized to work in the USA. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this program. Likewise, (COMPANY NAME) Chase & Co., will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT)
What's next?
Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume and location preference. Your application and resume are a way for us to initially get to know you, so it's important to complete all relevant application questions so we have as much information about you as possible.
After you confirm your application, we will review it to determine whether you meet certain required qualifications.
As part of the process, you'll receive an email invitation to complete a coding challenge powered by HackerRank and a recorded video interview powered by HireVue. This is your opportunity to further bring your resume to life and showcase your experience for our recruiting team and hiring managers.
HackerRank and HireVue are required, and your application will not be considered for further review until you have completed these steps. We strongly encourage that you apply and complete these required elements as soon as possible, since programs will close as positions are filled.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible as programs will close once positions are filled.
(COMPANY NAME) Chase is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that respects all people for their unique skills, backgrounds and professional experiences. We strive to hire qualified, diverse candidates, and we will provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities.
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Questions? Email us at data.for.good@(COMPANY NAME).com