Research Intern - Machine Learning for Biology and Healthcare

Location: United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge Department: Research Sciences

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.

Microsoft Research’s Biomedical Machine Learning (ML) Group thrives at the intersection of machine learning, biology, and healthcare. Our interests include ML techniques in healthcare, including cancer biology, precision medicine, and medical imaging; generative models of genomes, molecules, proteins, and chemical reactions; and statistical genetics.

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 Doctoral Degree program in Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics, Biomedical Engineering/Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Computational Biology, and other related STEM fields

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.

Application Instructions: Please submit a research statement, with one paragraph describing your research interests and one paragraph describing your research aims for the summer program (e.g. areas or topics you would like to work on, group members you would like to work with). We suggest approximately 250 words per paragraph and no more than one page total (not including citations). Please upload this research statement as an attachment at time of application. We will not be asking for reference letters, despite the required language mentioned above.

Please submit your application, including the required research statement, by 15 Dec 2026 for full consideration.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas.

Collaborate effectively with other researchers.

Proficient interpersonal skills, cross-group, and cross-culture collaboration.

The base pay range for this internship is USD $6,810 - $13,480 per month. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $8,920 - $14,610 per month.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:  https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay

Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis throughout the academic calendar (September - April).

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.