Data Science

Student Experiences

Student Experiences

Two students talk about data science club at Clubfest

Learn by doing

Whether you’re interested in a data analyst internship with an industry leader or want to dive into data science research for the public good, you’ll learn inside and outside the classroom here. Gain the hands-on experience that top employers are seeking. 

Undergraduate research

Collaborate with renowned faculty through our paid LAS Dean’s High Impact Awards for Undergraduate Research or spend an immersive summer with the Data Science for the Public Good Young Scholars Program. You’ll expand your professional network and gain experience working on real-world challenges that impact society through data science.

Student clubs and organizations

Our Data Science Club is a great way to form connections. Join your peers for networking sessions with industry presenters and alumni, fun social gatherings, and tips for building a technical portfolio or enhancing your resume. Iowa State has over 800+ student organizations where you can find people who share your hobbies, volunteer passions, academic interests, and more.

Internships

Build your resume and gain a career edge through data science internships. Our students have interned with technology companies, businesses, government, nonprofits, and more. LAS Career Services can help you identify opportunities, and you’ll also take a career development course during your sophomore year to help you progress on your unique goals.

Innovation and entrepreneurship

Interested in developing an innovator’s mindset? Check out the Start Something LAS Academy or the Pappajohn Center for Entrepreneurship. You can find support to launch a business, pursue an idea for social change, compete in pitch competitions, and network with leading innovators. 

[I interned] with NielsenIQ in Singapore as a Qualitative Insights and Data Science Intern and DXspark in Lisbon, Portugal, as a Data Science and Machine Learning Intern. Both experiences helped me grow personally and professionally while giving me a global perspective on technology and the industry.
Maya France (’27 data science, technical communication)

Study abroad

Whether you want to learn about Berlin’s tech industry, explore the vibrant culture of Taiwan, or learn about policy and agriculture in Nepal, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences offer many short-term and semester-long study abroad programs. Data science students have even interned abroad. Study abroad scholarships are also available.