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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Digital & IT Leadership Development Program Associate - Predictive Data Science - **Company:** Polaris Industries Inc. - **Location:** Medina, MN, United States - **Salary:** $79,000.0 - $88,500.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, SAP Sales and Distribution, Data Analytics - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://polaris.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/PolarisJobs/job/Medina-MN-USA/Digital---IT-Leadership-Development-Program-Associate---Predictive-Data-Science_R30564 ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science or related field with graduation date between August 2026 and May 2027. * Minimum overall GPA of 3.0. * Ability to start January 11, 2027 or June 14, 2027. * U.S. work authorization without future sponsorship requirements. * Reliable transportation. * Willingness to travel and relocate throughout the rotational program. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint). * Demonstrated leadership experience through student organizations and/or work experiences. * Demonstrated strengths in analysis, creative problem-solving, communication, interpersonal relationships, self-motivation, and leadership., * Previous internship, co-op, research, or project experience involving data analytics, data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, or statistical modeling. * Interest in applying data, analytics, and AI to solve business challenges and drive decision-making. * Experience working with data to identify trends, develop insights, or support recommendations. * Familiarity with data science, machine learning, predictive analytics, artificial intelligence, or data visualization concepts. * Ability to communicate data-driven insights and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences. * Demonstrated curiosity and a passion for learning new technologies and analytical techniques. ## Description The Predictive Data Science Track provides exposure to the full data science lifecycle - from identifying business problems and preparing data to building predictive models, deploying machine learning solutions, and translating insights into action. Associates work alongside data scientists, data engineers, product teams, business stakeholders, and technology leaders to develop solutions that improve customer experiences, optimize operations, and support innovation across the enterprise., * Business Analytics & Decision Support - Analyzing business, customer, product, and operational data to uncover insights and deliver recommendations that create measurable business value. * Connected Product & Data Insights - Leveraging connected product and business data to uncover insights, improve experiences, and support data-driven decision-making. * Predictive Modeling & Machine Learning - Building, training, and evaluating models that support forecasting, optimization, personalization, and operational decision-making. * AI & Emerging Technologies - Exploring opportunities in generative AI, agentic AI, large language models, deep learning, and other emerging technologies to support business innovation. * MLOps & Model Deployment - Supporting scalable machine learning pipelines, model deployment processes, monitoring, automation, and continuous improvement practices. * Cross-Functional Data Science Leadership - Collaborating with business partners, engineers, product teams, and technology leaders to translate business needs into data science solutions. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Introduction to Azure Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/368-introduction-to-azure-machine-learning) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Data Science, ML & AI in the Oil and Gas Industry at NDT Global - Dr. Katja Träumner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1308-data-science-ml-ai-in-the-oil-and-gas-industry-at-ndt-global-dr-katja-traumner) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) ## Related Articles - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [What Industries Outside of AI Are Hiring The Most AI Experts?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/98-what-industries-outside-of-ai-are-hiring-the-most-ai-experts) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift) - [The Fastest-Growing Tech Sectors to Look Out for in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/373-the-fastest-growing-tech-sectors-to-look-out-for-in-2025) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)