About the role#
Applied Machine Learning Engineering interns work on technical problems in commerce. You will work with petabyte-scale data and build models that serve millions of users. We match interns with teams based on your experience and interests. This is a 3-month, full-time, paid experience.
What you'll do#
- Build and deploy models using state-of-the-art machine learning methods.
- Use LLM post training, reinforcement learning, and model quantization to redefine e-commerce.
- Solve complex technical challenges at scale.
What you'll need#
- A passion for solving problems with code.
- Experience working on projects or hacking for fun.
- A desire to research and understand how entire projects function.
- A commitment to quality and creating simple solutions to complex problems.
- Ability to take ownership of your work.
- A mindset focused on constant learning.
Location & details#
- This role is on-site in Bellevue, Washington or New York City, New York.
- You must be legally entitled to work in the United States for the duration of the Summer 2027 term.
- Shopify does not provide immigration support for interns.
- You must be located in your office city by the first day of onboarding.
- Base pay ranges from USD $103,000 to $111,000 per annum, plus a monthly allowance of USD $1,000.
About Shopify
Shopify provides software tools for businesses to start, grow, and manage retail operations. Founded in 2006, the company is based in Ottawa. It supports millions of businesses across more than 175 countries. The platform includes services for payments, shipping, and marketing automation.
How to get in at Shopify
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