Research Intern - Machine Learning and Statistics

Microsoft
Microsoft worksite location / San Francisco Bay area / New York City metropolitan area2025-11-19onsite

About the job

Research Interns at Microsoft work alongside leading researchers, applied scientists, and engineers to advance the state-of-the-art in machine learning and statistics. Projects include applied and theoretical machine learning research on topics such as generative models, transfer learning, domain adaptation, optimal transport, 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.

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.

Qualifications

Minimum

Accepted or currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or 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.

Preferred

Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas. Able to collaborate effectively with other researchers and product development teams. Interpersonal skills, cross-group, and cross-culture collaboration. For full consideration, please include a cover letter listing the researchers with whom you would be interested in working with.