Research Intern - MSR Inclusive Futures Team

3 Months ago • 1 Years + • Research & Development • $78,600 PA - $154,560 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

This Research Internship with Microsoft's Inclusive Futures team in New York City focuses on needs-focused research centered on individuals often overlooked by technologists. Interns will conduct original research related to Human-Computer Interaction, Accessibility, AI, marginalized identities, and more. The 12-week internship involves collaboration with leading researchers, presenting findings, and contributing to the team's projects. Interns are expected to be physically located in the NYC office and should have experience in relevant research methodologies. The internship offers opportunities to learn from top scientists and engineers, and contribute to impactful research in a dynamic environment. The role includes working with and innovating with communities and showing proficiency in mixed-methodologies, AI prototyping, or qualitative research methods.
Must have:
  • PhD program in relevant STEM field
  • Experience conducting original research
  • Proficiency in research methodologies
  • Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills
Good to have:
  • Experience in HCI, Accessibility, AI, or related fields
  • Mixed-methodologies, AI prototyping, or systems building skills
  • Experience working with diverse communities
  • Ability to think unconventionally and generate innovative solutions
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.

This position is for a Research Internship with the Inclusive Futures research group in MSR’s New York City lab. Our group conducts needs-focused research centered on the requirements, aspirations, and contexts of individuals who are often overlooked or underserved by technologists. You can learn more about our team’s research projects and team members at the .

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Accepted or currently enrolled in a PhD program relevant to Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Informatics, Psychology, 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

  • Can demonstrate at least 1 year experience conducting original research in (or closely related to) Human-Computer Interaction, Accessibility, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Marginalized Identities, Sociotechnical Systems, Human-Centered Design, or Psychology and further be able to document their research contributions with publicly available resources (e.g., by linking to papers, pre-prints, videos, demonstrations, repositories, articles, press coverage, or research proposals in your submitted CV).
  • Demonstrate proficiency in mixed-methodologies, AI prototyping, systems building, or qualitative research methods.
  • Experience working and innovating with communities.
  • Can provide demonstration of effective interpersonal skills including both cross-group and cross-culture collaboration skills.
  • Demonstrate the 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.

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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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