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Research Intern - Reliability of Cloud and AI Systems

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Microsoft Corporation

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United States , Redmond

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Salary:

6710.00 - 13270.00 USD / Month

Job Description:

Research Internships at Microsoft provide a dynamic environment for research careers with a network of world-class research labs led by globally-recognized scientists and engineers, who pursue innovation in a range of scientific and technical disciplines to help solve complex challenges in diverse fields, including computing, healthcare, economics, and the environment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Research Interns put inquiry and theory into practice
  • Learn, collaborate, and network for life
  • Contribute to exciting research and development strides
  • Collaborate with other Research Interns and researchers
  • Present findings
  • Contribute to the vibrant life of the community

Requirements:

  • Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science or a related STEM field
  • Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship
  • Experience of building scalable and reliable systems
  • Demonstrated ability to develop original research agenda
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with other researchers and product development teams
  • Proficient interpersonal skills, cross-group, and cross-culture collaboration
  • Ability to think unconventionally to derive creative and innovative solutions

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
April 10, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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