Research Intern - AI, Machine Learning, Statistics

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

Job Summary

Job Description

Microsoft Research New England is seeking multiple Research Interns to contribute to groundbreaking research in machine learning and statistics. Interns will collaborate with leading researchers and engineers on projects spanning generative models, transfer learning, domain adaptation, causal inference, reinforcement learning, and more, applying their skills to real-world challenges in areas like healthcare, climate forecasting, and AI safety. The 12-week internship involves hands-on research, collaboration, presentation of findings, and contributing to a vibrant research community. The role requires a PhD in Computer Science or a related STEM field, and preference is given to candidates with demonstrable original research capabilities and strong collaborative skills.
Must have:
  • PhD in Computer Science or related STEM field
  • Strong research skills
  • Collaboration and communication skills
  • Experience with machine learning or statistics
Good to have:
  • Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas
  • Proficient interpersonal skills and cross-cultural collaboration
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 Machine Learning and Statistics group at Microsoft Research New England is hiring multiple Research Interns to work alongside leading researchers, applied scientists, and engineers to advance the state-of-the-art in the field. Projects include applied and theoretical machine learning (ML) research on topics including (but not limited to): generative models, transfer learning, domain adaptation, stochastic control, meta-learning, sign language modeling, statistics, approximate inference, distribution compression, weather and climate forecasting, causal inference, causal machine learning, ML for health, adversarial ML, learning and incentives, reinforcement learning, deep learning, supervised learning, and unsupervised learning.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science 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

  • Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas.
  • Able to collaborate effectively with other researchers and product development teams.
  • Proficient interpersonal skills, cross-group, and cross-culture collaboration.

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.

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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