Seed Oil Scout (SOS) is a rapidly growing tech company in the food and dining space. Our iOS app, ranking in the top 50 globally in Food & Drink, is dedicated to bringing transparency to restaurant sourcing and ingredients. With over 1M downloads and 300K Instagram followers, including high-profile celebrities, we’re changing American dining for the better.
SOS is a unique tech company in that it’s grown past 1M users with no employees, getting incredible leverage out of AI code generation and content creation.
SOS has achieved incredible marketing success through novel AI-backed techniques, such as the hit country single, 1950’s magazine spread, and powerful AI narration, wowing millions of viewers for pennies compared to larger competitors.
The Role
We’re seeking a talented and motivated Data Science Intern to join our innovative team. This role is perfect for a new graduate or senior in college looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, AI-driven startup environment.
Technologies We Use
- Node.js
- Apify for web scraping
- Amplitude
- BigQuery
- SQL
Responsibilities
- Assist in defining and instrumenting key metrics for growth and product development
- Analyze user behavior and app performance using tools like Amplitude and BigQuery
- Develop and maintain data pipelines for efficient data processing and analysis
- Participate in web scraping projects using Apify to gather restaurant and ingredient data
- Collaborate with the team to derive actionable insights from data to drive business decisions
- Contribute to the development of AI-backed marketing techniques
Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field
- Strong programming skills, particularly in Python or JavaScript
- Familiarity with SQL and database management
- Experience with data visualization tools and techniques
- Basic understanding of machine learning concepts
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Passion for food, nutrition, and transparency in the food industry
Desired Skills
- Familiarity with web scraping techniques
- Experience with Node.js
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (preferably Google Cloud Platform)
- Understanding of statistical analysis and hypothesis testing
- Interest in AI and its applications in business and marketing
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience in a high-growth startup environment
- Exposure to cutting-edge AI and data science techniques
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on a widely-used application
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the tech industry
- Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the internship
Join us at Seed Oil Scout and be part of a team that’s revolutionizing the dining industry through technology and data-driven insights!