Graduate Intern, Product Analyst; R&D - Dallas,TX

Job Description

Graduate internships at Cotality are more than just a learning experience; they are the launchpad. This is a 10‑week immersive summer program where you won't just observe; you will participate in the day‑to‑day work environment and tackle real‑world technology projects and address property business challenges. Our goal for you:
This program is designed as a standalone, high‑impact professional development experience, serving as a vital bridge between academia and the professional world. While we are committed to providing you with industry‑leading skills, elite mentorship and valuable networking, please be aware that this is a fixed‑term program that may or may not lead to a permanent role.

We are focused on providing a hybrid experience, working a few days a week in one of our office locations and the remainder being remote, throughout the 10 weeks. Our two largest employee centers are in Irvine, CA and Dallas, TX, with additional locations in San Diego, CA. Candidates should live within a commutable distance to these sites.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Networking:
  Facilitate design reviews and executive round tables; participate in technical workshops and product demos to align R&D initiatives with broader business goals.
• Design‑Led Research:
  Conduct deep‑dive analysis on emerging market trends and user behaviors to develop and communicate crisp, evidence‑based product hypotheses.
• Data‑Driven Prototyping:
  Leverage data engineering and analysis tools to extract insights from the Smart Data & Analytics Platform, utilizing these findings to inform high‑fidelity prototypes and product iterations.
• Insight Synthesis:
  Normalize and synthesize complex datasets to identify unmet user needs, transforming raw data into actionable design requirements.
• Business Case Development:
  Communicate key insights through compelling narratives and visual storytelling; iterate on prototypes and data models to build a rigorous business case for new product features or services.
• Process Optimization:
  Adhere to department R&D protocols while identifying opportunities to streamline the prototyping workflow or improve design‑to‑engineering handoffs.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Lead or support special R&D projects, performing exploratory research and other duties as required to advance the product roadmap.

Academic Level: This program is specifically targeting Final‑Year Students. Candidates should be currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree program with a graduation date of Spring 2026 or Winter 2026.

• Work Authorization:
  Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. We are unable to accommodate students on international visas (e.g., F‑1, J‑1, H‑1B) at this time.
• Academic Standing:
  Completion of at least three years of relevant coursework. A preferred minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Leadership:
  Demonstrated leadership through campus organizations, previous internships, or community involvement.

• Agility:
  Ability to learn Cotality’s proprietary products and flex to the work styles of a diverse, matrixed team.
• Analytical Mindset:
  Solid problem‑solving capabilities and the judgment to make data‑driven decisions.
• Drive:
  Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong data analysis and research writing skills to crisply communicate a topic hypothesis.
• Strong data engineering skills to query, retrieve and analyze large quantities of data.
• Technical tool competency – R/Python/Jupyter Notebooks and MS Office Tool Suite.
• Ability to learn and maintain knowledge of processes, procedures and products of [R&D].
• Ability to work within a cross‑functional team and matrix management structure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation; strong interpersonal abilities.
• Solid analytical capability; ability to exercise sound judgment; strong decision‑making skills.
• Strong attention to detail; high degree of quality orientation.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills; ability to perform multiple tasks and meet…