About this role
Figma needs data science interns to help product, engineering, design, marketing, sales, and operations make better decisions using data. The team builds analytical methods, predictive models, and scalable data pipelines that support real-time collaboration tools and AI-driven workflows.
During the program, interns take ownership of a scoped project from initial framing to final delivery with guidance from a manager and mentor. Focus areas include analytics, experimentation, and infrastructure depending on individual interests and business needs. Successful candidates bring strong foundational coding and statistics skills alongside clear communication abilities for technical and non-technical audiences.
What you will do
- Own a scoped project end to end from framing the question through delivery with support from a manager and mentor.
- Analyze user behavior, product performance, or business data to uncover insights and translate them into recommendations for business.
- Design and evaluate experiments and develop metrics that help teams understand the impact of product changes.
- Build models to understand user behavior and predict growth.
- Build and improve data pipelines and tools that make product data more scalable and accessible.
What you need
- Experience using SQL and a scripting language such as Python or R to clean, explore, and analyze data through research, projects, or prior work.
- A solid foundation in statistics and quantitative reasoning with exposure to areas such as experimentation, forecasting, statistical modeling, causal inference, or data modeling.
- The ability to structure open-ended questions, validate analysis, and connect findings to product or business decisions.
- Curiosity, initiative, and strong communication and collaboration skills with both technical and non-technical partners.
Benefits
- Housing stipend
- Travel reimbursement
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
Where is the internship located?
This internship role is based in either Figma’s San Francisco or New York hub offices. If hired, you will be required to attend in-person onboarding.
What is the pay rate for the internship?
The hourly base pay rate for this internship is $46 USD. Figma also offers interns a housing stipend and travel reimbursement.
What will I work on during the internship?
You will own a scoped project end to end, analyzing user behavior, designing and evaluating experiments, building models to predict growth, and improving data pipelines. Focus areas may include analytics, experimentation, or infrastructure based on your interests and business needs.
What is the interview process like?
The company requires all candidates to keep their cameras on during video interviews to ensure the integrity of the hiring process and facilitate a more personal connection. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.