Job Description

Internship Opportunity: Data Science
Department: BCI Neuralace - Data Science
Duration: 3 Months - 6 Months (Possible Contract Extension)
Location: On-site preferred

Our Mission

Blackrock Neurotech is 100% focused on improving human lives through neuroscience research and technology. The passion and dedication behind this mission has nurtured a dynamic, enjoyable and fulfilling corporate environment in which learning, and growth are commonplace. We operate in an innovative field that requires our staff to meet the highest standards. Every step of the way, we encourage one another by providing continuous motivation and promoting a healthy work environment.

Community Contributions

Not only are Blackrock’s employees committed to improving lives through their work, but many also strive to improve the community by volunteering in their spare time. Our efforts vary from donating blood and feeding the hungry to volunteering at the Utah Food Bank. We also value community education —teaching science labs to children, coaching sports teams, and teaching first aid courses. We take pride in our employee’s extracurricular activities that contribute to the betterment of local communities.

Disclosure

In order to provide a safe and productive work environment, all offers of employment at Blackrock Neurotech are contingent upon a thorough background check. A criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate from an offer of employment.

About Neuralace
Neuralace is advancing the future of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology through innovation, precision, and purpose. We're growing a team dedicated to developing groundbreaking neurotech solutions that bridge the gap between science and real-world impact.

About the Internship
The BCI Data Science team develops the algorithms and signal-processing pipelines that lie at the heart of brain–computer interface (BCI) technology. We are a multidisciplinary group of data scientists, engineers, and neuroscientists who transform complex neural signals into reliable, real-time control. Working closely with hardware, software, and clinical teams, we design and optimize machine-learning models that push the boundaries of neural decoding. We value rigorous experimentation, creative problem-solving, and open collaboration.

Technical Skills

• Strong Python programming and software engineering fundamentals
• Experience with machine learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn)
• Signal processing expertise (filtering, Fourier/wavelet transforms, feature extraction)
• Knowledge of neural decoding methods and real-time data streaming

Analytical Abilities

• Ability to build and validate predictive models
• Statistical rigor in model evaluation and performance tuning
• Data-wrangling skills for large, high-dimensional datasets

Personal Qualities

• Curiosity and creativity in algorithm design
• Collaborative mindset for working with engineers, clinicians, and researchers
• Comfort explaining complex data insights to mixed audiences

Internship Benefits

• Public transportation pass reimbursement (up to $100/month)
• Company swag
• Company-sponsored events
• Company-sponsored intern social events
• 12 company-paid holidays
• 3 paid sick days
• Employee recognition program
• Weekly catered lunches
• Fully stocked kitchen with snacks and drinks