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This role is with RippleMatch's partner companies. RippleMatch partners with hundreds of companies looking to hire top talent.
About RippleMatch
RippleMatch is your AI-powered job matchmaker. Our platform brings opportunities directly to you by matching you with top employers and jobs you are qualified for. Tell us about your strengths and goals - we’ll get you interviews! Leading employers such as eBay and Teach For America leverage RippleMatch to build diverse, high-performing teams and Gen Z job seekers across the country trust RippleMatch to launch and grow their careers.
Requirements for the role:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.
- Strong foundational knowledge in statistical analysis, data modeling, and data mining techniques.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, or similar.
- Experience with data visualization tools and software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or similar).
- Ability to interpret complex data sets and provide actionable insights.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
- Eagerness to learn and apply new techniques and tools in the field of data analysis.
What you need to know about the Chicago Tech Scene
With vibrant neighborhoods, great food and more affordable housing than either coast, Chicago might be the most liveable major tech hub. It is the birthplace of modern commodities and futures trading, a national hub for logistics and commerce, and home to the American Medical Association and the American Bar Association. This diverse blend of industry influences has helped Chicago emerge as a major player in verticals like fintech, biotechnology, legal tech, e-commerce and logistics technology. It’s also a major hiring center for tech companies on both coasts.
Key Facts About Chicago Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 245,800; 5.2% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: McDonald’s, John Deere, Boeing, Morningstar
- Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, fintech, software, logistics technology
- Funding Landscape: $2.5 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Arch Venture Partners, MATH Venture Partners, Jump Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners
- Research Centers and Universities: Northwestern University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Institute of Technology, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
