Research Intern, PhD

Job Description

Job Title: Research Intern, PhD, Summer 2026. Location: Multiple locations across the USA, including Mountain View, CA; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Boulder, CO; Cambridge, MA; Seattle, WA; and more

This role provides hands-on experience in designing experiments, developing prototypes, & conducting research that directly supports Google’s mission to make technology accessible to billions of users.

Duties:

• Develop and execute a research agenda in collaboration with senior researchers and engineers.
• Design, implement, and evaluate experiments and prototype systems;
• Work on problems related to machine learning, data science, quantum algorithms, and related technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research into Google products and systems.
• Contribute to publishing research findings in leading academic journals and conferences;
• Share results, tools, and insights with the broader research community through open-source projects and publications.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Natural Sciences, or a related technical field;
• Experience in one or more computer science areas such as Natural Language Understanding, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Quantum Information Science, or Algorithmic Optimization.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, C++, or Java.
• Demonstrated research experience through publications, internships, or lab work;
• Must be available for a full-time internship of 12–14 weeks during Summer 2026 while located in the United States.
• English proficiency is required for collaboration across global teams.

Benefits and Instructions:

• The base salary range for this internship is $113,000–$150,000, depending on location, skills, and experience.
• This is a paid internship offering professional development, networking, and mentorship opportunities;
• Participants will engage in an executive speaker series and community events.
• Applicants must submit an updated CV or resume (with expected graduation date) and a transcript in English (official or unofficial).
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is encouraged;
• The anticipated application window is open until February 27, 2026, but may close earlier if positions are filled.
• Applicants in California and other U.S. states will be considered in accordance with local Fair Chance laws.