Research & Design Intern

Minitab is hiring a Research & Design Intern in State College, Pennsylvania, United States (on-site). When: Summer 2027. Posted November 13, 2026. Eligibility: US work authorization. Checked against the employer's posting on November 13, 2026.

The Research and Design (R&D) Internship is a key role responsible for assisting R&D team members with the research, development, and evaluation of new analytical methods and capabilities for Minitab products.

The successful candidate will have a passion for applied statistics, data science, and programming. Working as a member of the Applied Science team in the Research and Design (R&D) department, assist with researching, prototyping, implementing, and evaluating statistical, machine learning, or optimization methods that address customer and product needs.

Candidates should expect the following: • A structured intern program offering social activities and networking opportunities with other interns as well as Minitab colleagues including our CEO.

Ever taken a tour of Beaver Stadium? Movie night or pool party with your intern colleagues sound like fun? How about a meet up at our state of the art on site gym?

Lunch with the CEO? • Substantive projects that make an impact on Minitab's business and customers. • A professional and highly welcoming working environment where you will take away key skills and experience.

Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field • Experience using a programming language such as Python, R, or C++ to analyze data, develop algorithms, or evaluate analytical methods.

• Preferred: Experience using AI-assisted development tools, such as GitHub Copilot, Codex, Claude, or similar tools, to explore analytical approaches, develop prototypes, write or review code, and document results.

MUST be available to work onsite at our Minitab Corporate Headquarters in State College, PA. Remote work is not an option for this position. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.