Research Intern - Applied Speech Research

2 Weeks ago • Upto 1 Years • Research & Development • $78,600 PA - $154,560 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

This Research Internship in Applied Speech Research at Microsoft provides a dynamic environment for doctoral candidates. Interns collaborate with world-class researchers, contributing to advancements in speech recognition, synthesis, and voice privacy. The 12-week internship involves working on a research plan, collaborating with teams, presenting findings, and contributing to the research community. The role focuses on leveraging AI responsibly to improve healthcare outcomes and operations. Interns are expected to be located in Berkeley, California, for the duration of the internship.
Must have:
  • PhD program in Computer Science or related STEM field
  • US location during internship
  • Research plan development
  • Effective collaboration
  • Strong communication skills
Good to have:
  • Ability to think unconventionally
  • Experience with diverse teams

Job Details

Overview

Virtual Internship

 

Participation in the Research Internship Program requires that you are physically located in the United States for the duration of the internship.

 

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 Health and Life Sciences (HLS) group at Microsoft is dedicated to advancing healthcare and life sciences through innovative technology solutions, fostering collaboration, and driving impactful research to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare operations. We leverage various speech technologies to improve patient outcomes, reduce provider burnout and streamline healthcare operations. At the core of this technology is the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

 

Microsoft’s deep investments in the field are advancing the state of the art in speech recognition, speech synthesis, voice privacy and spoken language understanding. These advancements enable computers to understand and generate natural language, answer complex questions, and interact with their environment through voice. In addition, the company’s researchers are thought leaders on the ethics and societal impacts of intelligent technologies. The research, tools, and services that result from this investment are woven into existing and new products and, at the same time, made open and accessible to the broader community in a bid to accelerate innovation, democratize AI, and solve the world’s most pressing challenges

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Accepted or currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science or related STEM field.

Participation in the Research Internship Program requires that you are physically located in the United States for the duration of the internship.

 

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

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and works towards a research plan.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with other teams.
  • Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written, with a proven track record of effectively interacting with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Ability to think unconventionally to derive creative and innovative solutions.

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.

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.

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