Research Sciences Intern (Dec 2024)

Your role

Responsibilities

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees, they come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize the shared goals. Each day they build on the values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. 

Research Interns put inquiry and theory into practice. Alongside fellow interns 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 also contribute to exciting research and development strides. During the 6 months (January--June 2025) 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. Key responsibilities include:

• Analyze and improve the performance of advanced algorithms on large-scale datasets and cutting-edge research in machine intelligence and machine learning applications. 
• Implement prototypes of scalable systems in AI applications. 
• Collaborate closely with team members on developing systems from prototyping to production level. 
• Develop solutions for real-world, large-scale problems. 

About you

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (complete or in progress) in a relevant field 
• OR Master's Degree in a relevant field
• OR equivalent experience.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree OR equivalent experience.
• Experience publishing academic papers as a lead author or essential contributor.
• Experience participating in a top conference in a relevant research domain.

Benefits

Benefits/perks listed below:

• 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

Training & development

The internship program offers hands-on learning and mentorship, empowering you to work on real-world projects and cutting-edge technology. You will collaborate with global teams, engage in innovative projects, and contribute to a vibrant tech community. You will have the chance to unlock your potential and thrive alongside peers and experts, collectively shaping the future of technology.

Career progression

Employees have opportunities to expand their knowledge on a variety of topics, stay current in their field, and continue to learn as their career progresses. ​They support employee growth with hundreds of online and in-person technical, management, and professional development classes.  

How to apply

Application process:

• Interview
• Offer
• Pre-onboard
• Hired

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/benefits
• careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/hiring-tips.html
• youtube.com/@microsoftindia