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Data Scientist (Recent Graduate)

U.S. Census Bureau

Suitland, MD · full time · Entry

$57,736 – $91,815

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 27, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring a recent graduate data scientist to perform database queries, build analytical visualizations, and transform data from multiple sources to support HR operations. This entry-level federal role suits recent graduates with degrees in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or data science who can work with SQL, Python, R, and Java.

Our summary, not U.S. Census Bureau’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • Recent college graduate (within two years of degree)
  • Bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science, or related field
  • Submit college transcripts
  • Complete USA Hire assessment within 48 hours

Nice to have

  • Superior academic achievement (top third of class, 3.0+ GPA, or honor society membership)
  • Graduate-level education or master's degree

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