About the role#
The Student Researcher program connects PhD students with research teams across the company. You will work on projects aligned with scientific advancement and real-world, large-scale problems. This role is intended for students who will return to their studies after the internship, as it is not eligible for conversion to full-time employment.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate on projects that explore research challenges.
- Support the creation of new technologies.
- Participate in research to develop solutions for large-scale problems.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Natural Sciences, or a related technical field.
- Currently attending a degree program in Canada.
- Experience in a computer science area such as Machine Learning, Natural Language Understanding, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Human Computer Interactions, Data Science, or Quantum Information Science.
- Experience with at least one general purpose programming language like Python, Java, JavaScript, or C/C++.
- A history of contributing to research communities, including papers published in major journals or conferences.
- Previous experience as a researcher in a lab, full-time, or internship setting.
- English proficiency.
Location & details#
- Locations: Waterloo, Toronto, or Montreal.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Modality: Remote, on-site, or hybrid options depending on project needs.
- Status: This is a paid, full-time position.
About Google
Google develops software and hardware products for global users. The company focuses on areas including search, online video, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. It maintains a large workforce with over 300,000 employees. Operations span multiple international locations with its headquarters based in Mountain View, California.
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