Applied Sciences INTERN
Microsoft · Posted Oct 26
Software, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and hardware services
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About the role
Microsoft's university internship program brings interns onto real-world projects in collaboration with teams across the world. Applied Science Interns work at the intersection of research and product, applying machine learning, data analysis, and modeling to build intelligent solutions and keep Microsoft products at the leading edge of innovation. This role involves analyzing algorithm performance on large-scale datasets, framing product scenarios as ML tasks, implementing prototypes of scalable AI systems, and preparing and cleaning data for modeling.
What you will do
- Analyze and improve performance of advanced algorithms on large-scale datasets and cutting-edge research in machine intelligence and machine learning applications.
- Think through the product scenarios and goals, identify key challenges, then fit the scenario asks into Machine Learning (ML) tasks, design experimental process for iteration and optimization.
- Implement prototypes of scalable systems in AI applications.
- Gain an understanding of a broad area of research and applicable research techniques, as well as a basic knowledge of industry trends and share your knowledge with immediate team members.
- Prepare data to be used for analysis by reviewing criteria that reflect quality and technical constraints. Reviews data and suggests data to be included and excluded and be able to describe actions taken to address data quality problems.
- Assist with the development of usable datasets for modeling purposes and support the scaling of feature ideation and data preparation.
- Help take cleaned data and adapt for machine learning purposes, under the direction of a senior team member.
Skills used in this role
What the employer is looking for
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Statistics, Econometrics, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field.
- Must have at least one additional quarter/semester of school remaining following the completion of the internship.
Benefits and support
- Compensation and benefits are detailed in the job posting
About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is a multinational technology company that develops, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products, services, and hardware devices. Best known for its Windows operating systems, Microsoft 365 productivity suite, and Xbox gaming consoles, the company has expanded heavily into enterprise cloud computing via Azure and advanced artificial intelligence solutions. As one of the world's most valuable public enterprises, it empowers individuals and businesses globally through innovative digital transformation.
- Industry
- Software
- Company size
- 228,000+ employees
- Founded
- April 4, 1975
- Location
- Redmond, Washington, USA
- Funding stage
- Public Company
Leadership
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Vice Chair and President
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