Overview
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.
Join the RiSE team at Microsoft Research and help shape the future of software engineering.
Projects will include work on the following topics:
- Theorem provers
- Program proof tools
- New programming languages and paradigms
- GPU programming
- Machine learning systems
- Software specification & testing
- Model-based testing
- Agentic engineering
- Agentic workflows
- Intent formalization
... and many more.
Responsibilities
Research Interns put inquiry and theory into practice. Alongside fellow doctoral candidates and some of the world’s best researchers, Research Interns learn, collaborate, and network for life. Research Interns not only advance their own careers, but they also contribute to exciting research and development strides. During the 12-week internship, Research Interns are paired with mentors and expected to collaborate with other Research Interns and researchers, present findings, and contribute to the vibrant life of the community. Research internships are available in all areas of research, and are offered year-round, though they typically begin in the summer.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Doctorate Degree program in Computer Science, STEM, or a relevant field.
Other Requirements
- Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship.
- In addition to the qualifications below, you’ll need to submit a minimum of two reference letters for this position as well as a cover letter and any relevant work or research samples. After you submit your application, a request for letters may be sent to your list of references on your behalf. Note that reference letters cannot be requested until after you have submitted your application, and furthermore, that they might not be automatically requested for all candidates. You may wish to alert your letter writers in advance, so they will be ready to submit your letter.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience defining research questions and methods for an academic, professional, or independent research project.
- Experience collaborating with researchers and/or product development teams on a research or applied project.
- Experience collaborating across organizational groups and/or cultural contexts on a research, academic, or applied project.
- Experience comparing alternative methods, prototypes, or analytical approaches to address a research or applied problem.
- Prior research experience evidenced by publications or research projects.
- Experience designing or conducting experi
