Dear all,

Prepare for an exciting prospect in the upcoming year! We are thrilled to announce the return of the Data Science for Social Good (DSSG) program in 2024. Applications are officially open, and we invite you to be a part of this transformative experience.

What is DSSG?

Data Science for Social Good (DSSG) is a two-month summer program where two teams of fellows collaborate on real-world data science projects, aiming to create a meaningful impact for the social good.

Duration: 2-month summer program, running from August 1 to September 30, 2024.

Location: University of Munich (LMU), Germany.

Who can apply: Graduates, PhD students, Master's students, or Bachelor's students nearing the end of their studies. We welcome diverse, interdisciplinary teams. Regardless of your background -whether it's in data science, social sciences, or another field - if you are passionate about data science, coding, and making a positive impact, your application is a perfect fit.

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: February 2nd, 2024

What we offer:

Full-Time Scholarship: Receive financial support throughout the fellowship.

Accommodation: Enjoy worry-free housing in the vibrant city of Munich.

Invaluable Experience: Make a real impact on the social good.

Guidance: Benefit from support provided by industry-experienced technical mentors and project managers.

Educational Lectures: Enhance your knowledge through supplementary program lectures.

And much more!

What we expect:

Full-Time Commitment: Dedicate your time full-time for the program's duration.

In-Person Presence: Attend on-site in Munich, Germany (the program will NOT be conducted virtually).

Visa or Citizenship: Due to our limited capacities and minimal visa process experience, we regret that we cannot assist in obtaining a visa. However, we are delighted to provide any necessary confirmation or invitation letters as needed.

Skills and Expertise: Possess skills in machine learning, data science, or coding, as well as in the natural or social sciences (no need to be a coding wizard).

Good English Skills: The program will be conducted in English.

Motivation and Enjoyment!

For a comprehensive overview and additional details, explore our official website: https://sites.google.com/view/dssgx-munich-2023/startseite. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about the program, application process, and impactful projects from the previous year.

Ready to take the next step toward making a positive impact? Don't miss your chance to be a part of DSSG 2024. Head over to our website and submit your application.

Should you have any inquiries or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at dssgx@stat.uni-muenchen.de

We eagerly await your application.

Best regards,

DSSGx Munich 2024 Team

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Veronica Haas (she/her | de, en, it)

Communications and Dissemination Officer

University Library

University of Mannheim

D – 68131 Mannheim

phone +49-621-181-2719

Website: www.berd-nfdi.de

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