Research Intern - Algorithms Group: Differentially Private Synthetic Data and Applications

3 Months ago • Upto 1 Years • Research & Development • $65,520 PA - $128,800 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

Microsoft's Algorithms group in Redmond is seeking Research Interns to contribute to research in differentially private synthetic data generation. Interns will extend existing work, design innovative algorithms, and apply them to real-world projects. The internship involves collaboration with researchers, presentation of findings, and contribution to the research community. Successful candidates will be enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in a related STEM field and ideally have publications at top ML conferences. The internship is 12 weeks long and starts in Summer 2025. Responsibilities include algorithm design, implementation, and application to real-world problems, along with collaboration and presentation of research findings.
Must have:
  • Master's or PhD in STEM field
  • Strong programming skills
  • Experience with machine learning
  • Publication record (preferred)
  • Familiarity with PyTorch (preferred)
Good to have:
  • Experience with large language models
  • Publications at top ML conferences
Perks:
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Networking opportunities

Job Details

Overview

Research Internships at Microsoft provide a dynamic environment for research careers with a network of world-class research labs led by globally-recognized scientists and engineers, who pursue innovation in a range of scientific and technical disciplines to help solve complex challenges in diverse fields, including computing, healthcare, economics, and the environment.

The Algorithms group at MSR Redmond is looking for Research Interns to advance research in differentially private synthetic data generation. Opportunities include extending existing work (see examples below), designing innovative algorithms, and applying them to high-impact real-world projects.

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Our researchers and Research Interns have been conducting influential research published in top-tier venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR. For more details on our research group and projects, please see: 

 

For fullest consideration please apply by Jan 15th, 2024. We are aiming to start the project in Summer 2025.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a master's or PhD program in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field. 

Other Requirements

  • Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship.
  • In addition to the qualifications below, you’ll need to submit a minimum of two reference letters for this position as well as a cover letter and any relevant work or research samples. After you submit your application, a request for letters may be sent to your list of references on your behalf. Note that reference letters cannot be requested until after you have submitted your application, and furthermore, that they might not be automatically requested for all candidates. You may wish to alert your letter writers in advance, so they will be ready to submit your letter. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Some publications at top ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, etc.) or top journals. Familiarity with frameworks such as PyTorch. Experience with large foundation models such as large language models.
  • Enrolled in a PhD program.

Applied Sciences IC2 - The base pay range for this internship is USD $5,460 - $10,680 per month.

 

There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $7,040 - $11,640 per month.

 

Applied Sciences IC3 - The base pay range for this internship is USD $6,550 - $12,880 per month.

 

There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $8,480 - $13,920 per month.

 

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: 

Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.

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Responsibilities

Research Interns put inquiry and theory into practice. Alongside fellow doctoral candidates and some of the world’s best researchers, Research Interns learn, collaborate, and network for life. Research Interns not only advance their own careers, but they also contribute to exciting research and development strides. During the 12-week internship, Research Interns are paired with mentors and expected to collaborate with other Research Interns and researchers, present findings, and contribute to the vibrant life of the community. Research internships are available in all areas of research, and are offered year-round, though they typically begin in the summer.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
Industry leading healthcare
Educational resources
Discounts on products and services
Savings and investments
Maternity and paternity leave
Generous time away
Giving programs
Opportunities to network and connect

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