Careerstart@SAS Program | Customer Advisory Artificial Intelligence Intern

Milan-Hybrid

Nice to meet you!    

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence – and questions into answers.     

If you’re looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you’ll find it here. We’re recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more. 

What you’ll do   

Looking for *that* internship? The game-changing one that’ll help you learn, grow, and chart your path forward? You’ll find it at SAS. Our interns aren’t coffee runners – they do real, meaningful work. Our AP EMEA CareerStart@SAS program is focused on development, culture, and community. We’ll help you grow professionally, find (or further) your passion, and make memorable connections that last beyond the program!    

Our Analytics Customer Advisory Team  is responsible for guiding and supporting our customers in the successful adoption and use of SAS. This team works closely with clients to translate complex AI / data science concepts into actionable business insights, offering advisory services and data science support to meet client needs.

As an intern, you might:

• Assist in designing and delivering data-driven solutions for customers, leveraging SAS’s AI tools.
• Analyze client data to identify trends and provide insights to support business decision-making.
• Participate in customer advisory meetings, helping to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to create impactful presentations and demos that showcase SAS’s capabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Degree Type: Bachelor’s, Master’s
• Targeted majors: Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Analytics, or related fields.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language used for data analysis (SAS, Python, R, SQL).
• You’re curious, passionate, authentic, and accountable. These are our values and influence everything we do.
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Leadership abilities. Your past experiences demonstrate you’ll take initiative and go above and beyond the call of duty.
• You’re interested in the future of AI and embrace technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with data visualization and programming languages.
• Knowledge of industry best practices or experience in customer-focused roles.

Location

Milan Hybrid

CareerStart Program dates: Tentatively April 13th – October 12th

Perks of the job   

• Work with (and learn from) the best. As a SAS intern, you’ll get face time with our top executives!   
• Free SAS programming training and certification.     
• Your well-being matters, and that’s why we support all dimensions of your well-being by offering programs that reduce stress and distractions to help you stay healthy and productive.  This includes an on-site and remote Work/Life Center staffed by master’s level Social Workers and an Employee Assistance Program.  
• We work hard, but we like to play hard, too. Enjoy hackathons, social events and other opportunities to connect + engage.    

Diverse and inclusive      

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Our commitment to diversity is a priority to our leadership, all the way up to the top; and it’s essential to who we are. To put it plainly: you are welcome here.      

Additional Information   

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in UK, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. SAS is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Resumes may be considered in the order they are received. SAS employees performing certain job functions may require access to technology or software subject to export or import regulations. To comply with these regulations, SAS may obtain nationality or citizenship information from applicants for employment. SAS collects this information solely for trade law compliance purposes and does not use it to discriminate unfairly in the hiring process.  

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