Working Student - Data Science Research & Predictive Analytics - justwatch

JustWatch delivers data-driven digital marketing for the global entertainment business. From the biggest blockbusters to award-winning shows, major sporting events, and best-selling console games. We are not only entertainment obsessives, but we also own the world's largest streaming guide, which gives us unparalleled data and insights on audience behaviors and content tastes.

From a small startup, we've evolved into a 200+ strong team, based in Berlin, around the world, or working remotely. We've been all about building a profitable business while riding that wave of impressive growth.

Who we need

We are a research-driven team focused on delivering high-quality survey insights powered by machine learning models. To support our Lead Data Scientist, we are looking for a motivated and curious Working Student in Data Science who enjoys solving real-world problems, working with imperfect data, and continuously challenging themselves.

In this role, you will help monitor and improve our research models, ensure output quality aligns with benchmarks and industry trends, and contribute to exciting analytical projects such as box office prediction, audience analytics, and large-scale data mining initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a student who wants hands-on experience in applied data science within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

What you will be doing

Monitor day-to-day performance and output quality of research and machine learning models

Validate survey results against internal benchmarks and industry trends

Identify anomalies, inconsistencies, and opportunities for model improvement

Support data mining and exploratory analysis projects

Contribute to predictive analytics initiatives, including box office forecasting

Work closely with the Lead Data Scientist on operational and strategic data tasks

Help maintain and improve data workflows and pipelines

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and actionable insights

What we need from you

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field in Berlin. If you are not a student in Berlin, your application will be rejected immediately.

A result-driven, pragmatic mindset and the ability to work with imperfect or messy datasets

Hands-on mentality with a delivery- and service-oriented attitude

Strong analytical thinking and curiosity to challenge assumptions and improve processes

First experience with Snowflake, dbt, and/or Airflow

Passion for movies and TV shows

Good English communication skills

• Constant learning, delivering results and creating value are the core characteristics of everyone at JustWatch and we are looking for these values in every person we are hiring.