Root was founded on the belief that car insurance is broken, and we set out to change it. We’re harnessing the power of technology to revolutionize this archaic, complicated industry. Using machine learning and mobile telematic platforms, we’ve built one of the most innovative insurtech companies in the world.
The Opportunity
We believe that a disruptive insurance company must have a principled quantitative framework at its foundation. At Root, we are committed to the rigorous development and effective deployment of modern statistical machine learning methods to problems in the insurance industry.
Root’s 11-week Data Science Internship offers the chance to work on meaningful business challenges in areas like Claims, Lifetime Value Estimation, and Marketing. Interns will collaborate closely with experienced Data Scientists and cross-functional teams, applying advanced quantitative techniques to deliver real-world solutions. We’re looking for candidates with strong quantitative skills, programming abilities, and a passion for problem solving.
Root is a “work where it works best” company. This means we will support you working in whatever location that works best for you across the US.
Salary Range: PhD Students: $45/hour; Master’s Students: $32/hour
Internship dates: June 2026 – August 2026
Please Note: We are unable to do OPT and CPT work authorizations
Root is a “work where it works best” company. This means we will support you working in whatever location that works best for you across the US.
How You Will Make an Impact
- Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to solve quantitative problems in the insurance industry
- Expand your skills with hands-on training and mentorship from seasoned data scientists
- Improve upon quantitative solutions in Claims, Lifetime Value Estimation, or Marketing
- Communicate insights from complex analyses to technical and non-technical audiences
- Present your findings to leaders and stakeholders, showcasing the value of your work
- Demonstrate proficiency in data science fundamentals by the end of the program, with the potential to transition into a full-time Data Scientist role
What You Will Need to Succeed
- Currently pursuing a Master’s or PhD in quantitative field, ideally with an anticipated graduation date between late 2026 and late 2027, preferred
- Demonstrable knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning, and probability theory
- Proficiency in programming with R or Python, including experience in model fitting
- Strong communicator and storyteller with strong data visualization skills
- End-to-end ownership mentality with a high level of attention to detail
The interview process includes an initial 30 minute phone interview with a recruiter, followed by a 2.5 hour interview with the interview team for candidates who advance to the final interview stage.
As part of Root's interview process, we kindly ask that all candidates be on camera for virtual interviews. This helps us create a more personal and engaging experience for both you and our interviewers. Being on camera is a standard requirement for our process and part of how we assess fit and communication style, so we do require it to move forward with any applicant's candidacy. If you have any concerns, feel free to let us know once you are contacted. We’re happy to talk it through.
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What We Do
At Root, we’re doing things differently. We’re reimagining the services people need so that they serve them better. And we’re doing it by using data, technology, and rapid innovation to create products and experiences that are fair, easy, personal, and affordable.
We’ve partnered with Carvana in a partnership that brings an industry-leading, seamless insurance process to the online car buying experience.
The launch of Carvana Insurance Built with Root delivers an elevated customer experience made possible through a deep integration that pre-fills key customer information so that a customer can skip data entry and jump directly to evaluating quotes and customizing coverage. This fully embedded product experience—from quote to payment—happens entirely within the Carvana checkout process. Teams from both Carvana and Root have worked for months to build this bold technology platform. An early iteration involved 24 screens in the customer experience flow—that experience is now just three straightforward steps.
Why Work With Us
Our success is because of the hard work, ingenuity, and exceptional performance of our team. People come to Root because they know they can make an impact in their role, the company, and the industry. We’re passionate and curious self-starters, building a top-notch customer experience. Sound like something you’d like to be a part of?
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