2026 Junior Data Scientist Internship

The program is typically 8-10 weeks long during the summer, based in their London office. Interns are expected to work full-time hours.

Interns receive a competitive salary, which is above London Living Wage.

This internship is typically aimed at students in their penultimate or final year of undergraduate studies, or those pursuing a postgraduate degree, with a strong academic background in data science, economics, mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related quantitative field. Applicants usually require UK work rights.

The application process generally involves an online application form, including a CV and cover letter, followed by online numerical and logical reasoning tests, and then interviews (often multiple rounds, including technical assessments and case studies).

Frontier Economics is a highly reputable economic consultancy, and their internships are very competitive, attracting a large number of applications for a limited number of positions.

This internship offers invaluable practical experience in applying data science techniques within an economic consulting context, enhancing a student's quantitative and analytical skills. It is a strong addition to a CV for careers in consulting, data science, and finance.