Summer 2026 Data Science Intern

Launch Your Career with VF!

Ready to make an impact? Our 12-week U.S. Summer Internship Program gives you real-world experience, meaningful projects, and access to industry leaders. You’ll build skills, grow your network, and gain hands-on training—all while exploring a potential full-time future with us.

As part of a company committed to unleashing human potential, you’ll find a supportive environment where you can learn, connect, and contribute to the success of our iconic brands.

Program Details

• Dates: May–August (with some flexibility to accommodate academic schedules)
• Duration: 12 weeks | Full-time (40 hrs/week) | Some part-time roles available
• Locations: Hybrid schedule with 3 in-office days at one of our hubs: Costa Mesa, CA | Denver, CO | Stratham, NH | Greensboro, NC

Eligibility

• Junior or senior enrolled in a U.S. 4-year university, ideally graduating May 2026–June 2027
• Able to work in-person for the full program (check role descriptions for relocation/housing support)

What’s in It for You?

• Meaningful project work that drives business impact
• Intern programming to complement hands-on learning
• Collaborative group project with an internal consulting focus
• Networking opportunities with peers and senior leaders
• End-of-program showcase to present your work
• Position yourself for potential future opportunities with VF after graduation

Plus:

• Inclusive, feedback-driven culture built on respect and integrity
• Diverse teams across brands and countries
• Well-being perks like on-site gym, breakout spaces, and complimentary drinks
• Exclusive discounts—50% off VF brands

At VF Corporation

We’re on a mission to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for people and the planet. Our brands connect with millions worldwide, and we’re committed to innovation, inclusivity, and creating products that make a positive impact.

To learn more about our values and culture, visit https://www.vfc.com/careers and https://www.vfc.com.

Data Science Intern – Agentic Delivery Support

Full-Time Temporary: 40 hours/week

Location Requirement: In-person in Greensboro, NC or Denver, CO

*Relocation and housing stipends available if a move required*

What will you do?

A day in the life of a Data Science Intern at VF looks like this:

You’ll work within the Global Data Science & Gen AI team, supporting initiatives that span multiple regions. You’ll collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business stakeholders to help design, deploy, and monitor Agentic systems—AI-powered agents that automate tasks and drive intelligent decision-making. This role reports to the Manager, Agentic Delivery.

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more:

• Assist in developing and evaluating Agentic workflows and autonomous agents
• Support data collection, preprocessing, and analysis to inform agent behavior
• Collaborate on prompt engineering, fine-tuning, and testing of LLM-based agents
• Help build dashboards and reporting tools to monitor performance and impact
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to translate business needs into AI use cases
• Document learnings and processes for internal knowledge sharing

What do you need to succeed?

We all bring unique skills to work every day. For this role, here are the foundation skills you’ll need:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Data Science, Computer Science, AI, Engineering, or related field
• Familiarity with Python and data analysis libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy)
• Understanding of basic machine learning concepts
• Interest in generative AI, autonomous agents, and intelligent automation
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred (not required):

• Experience with prompt engineering or LLM fine-tuning
• Exposure to MLOps tools and practices
• Knowledge of dashboarding tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)

How to Apply

• Browse internship postings by area of interest and apply to the roles that align with your goals and locations where you can work in-person
• Indicate your top choices in the application questionnaire (For this specific Data Science Intern role, select #1)
• Submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’re interested and how the role aligns with your career aspirations

Now WE have a question for YOU.  

Are you in?  

Hiring Range:

$18.00 USD - $22.50 USD per hour

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: This position is a part-time or limited time position (i.e., internship) and is not eligible for all the benefits plans offered at VF Corporation. There are some benefits the company offers that this position can participate in. You can review a general overview of the benefits provided at VF by visiting www.MyVFbenefits.com  and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on the benefits options you qualify for will be provided upon hire.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.