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.

As a Research Intern at Microsoft Research, you will be at the forefront of developing and implementing cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven AI infrastructure. This role is ideal for candidates who are passionate about AI software and hardware development. You will collaborate with a team of world-class researchers and engineers in Vancouver, Canada, and Redmond, Washington to create the next generation of AI infrastructure that enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of AI.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Machine learning, Mathematics, or a related 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
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic research environment.
• Proficient understanding of machine learning concepts.
• Research expertise with AI modeling is a plus.
• Deep Knowledge of AI model design, architecture, and application.
• Model training experience including continuous pretrain, fine-tune, RLHF, and benchmarking for specific area is a plus.

Applied Sciences IC2 - The base pay range for this internship is USD $5,090 - $10,120 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 $6,690 - $11,030 per month.

Applied Sciences IC3 - The base pay range for this internship is USD $6,290 - $12,170 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 $8,060 - $13,240 per month.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay

Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.