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Research Scientist Intern - PhD

Milpitas, CaliforniaInternship2026-10-27 → 2026-11-09

Core

Building and evaluating predictive models, data pipelines, and analytics systems while working on AI safety, robustness, and responsible use of AI systems.

Role type

PhD Research Scientist Intern (AI/ML)

Builds

Predictive models, data pipelines, analytics systems, and AI safety mechanisms

Domain

Cybersecurity, Identity Management, Artificial Intelligence

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Deep learning, state-of-the-art AI techniques, Python, model optimization, research problem ownership

Preferred skills

PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), scholarly publications in top-tier AI/ML conferences

Technologies

Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, AWS, Azure, GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and test software components or models; Explore new tools, frameworks, and datasets to enhance product capabilities; Collaborate with technical teams and cross-functional teams on impactful projects; Contribute to documentation, presentations, or demos at the end of the internship

Seniority

Intern, PhD level