About the role#
As a Data Science PhD intern at Microsoft, you will work with machine learning, statistics, and AI to improve products and drive business impact. You will collaborate with engineering teams to solve complex problems and use data to provide insights into customer scenarios. This role is based in Redmond, Washington.
What you'll do#
- Formulate approaches to solve problems using defined algorithms and data sources.
- Incorporate product functionality and customer perspectives into your analysis.
- Use data exploration to discover new opportunities and identify data limitations.
- Validate your approach, interpret results, and iterate to improve outcomes.
- Engage with peer stakeholders to produce clear, actionable insights.
- Participate in peer reviews and incorporate feedback into your work.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Doctorate program in Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Economics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or a related field.
- You must have at least one academic term remaining after your internship concludes.
- Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language, such as Python, Perl, or C#.
- Experience or project coursework with large data systems like SQL or Hadoop.
- Experience or coursework in data analysis and statistics using tools such as Excel, R, MATLAB, AMPL, or SAS.
- Familiarity with product telemetry systems, A/B testing, or experimentation.
- Experience or coursework applying basic machine learning to data.
Location & details#
- Location: Redmond, Washington.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: This position is paid.
- Hiring process: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
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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