About the role#
As an Applied Scientist Intern, you will work with teams to bring research into products and services. You will use data analysis, modeling, and machine learning to contribute to intelligent solutions. This role involves working on large-scale datasets and supporting the development of AI applications.
What you'll do#
- Analyze and improve the performance of algorithms on large-scale datasets.
- Conduct research in machine intelligence and machine learning.
- Identify product challenges and translate them into machine learning tasks.
- Design experimental processes for iteration and optimization.
- Implement prototypes of scalable systems.
- Prepare and review data for quality, including suggesting inclusions or exclusions.
- Assist in developing datasets for modeling and support feature ideation.
- Adapt cleaned data for machine learning under the guidance of a senior team member.
- Learn about research techniques and industry trends to share with your team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a full-time bachelor's or master's degree program in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- You must have at least one academic quarter or semester remaining after your internship concludes.
- Enrollment in a relevant degree program during the term immediately preceding the internship.
- A master's degree in one of the listed fields is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Redmond, Washington.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: This position is paid.
- Term: Rolling.
About Microsoft
Microsoft is a public company based in Redmond, Washington. It develops software, hardware, and cloud computing services. The company operates in 190 countries and employs approximately 233,210 people. Its products include operating systems, developer tools, and business software.
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